Description
Elevate your meals with this vibrant Cilantro Lime Crema, a zesty sauce perfect for enhancing fish tacos, burritos, or salads! Ready in just 5 minutes, this creamy condiment combines fresh cilantro and tangy lime for a refreshing burst of flavor. Its versatility makes it an ideal addition to casual dinners or festive gatherings. Enjoy the health-conscious recipe made with wholesome ingredients that cater to various diets without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- β cup sour cream
- Β½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- Pinch of Kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by measuring and chopping.
- In a blender, combine sour cream, cilantro leaves, garlic, lime juice and zest, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Alternatively, mix all ingredients in a bowl using a whisk until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider substituting sour cream with Greek yogurt. Spice it up by adding jalapeΓ±os or chipotle peppers according to your taste. This crema is not only delicious but also gluten-free!