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Cilantro Lime Crema

Zesty Cilantro Lime Crema to Elevate Your Dishes

Discover a versatile Cilantro Lime Crema that elevates your dishes with a refreshing flavor boost.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crema
  • ⅔ cup sour cream can be substituted with Mexican crema
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro loosely packed
  • 1 clove garlic finely chopped
  • 1 large fresh lime zest and juice
  • to taste Kosher salt adjust quantity to taste

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by gathering your ingredients for Cilantro Lime Crema. Measure out ⅔ cup of sour cream, ½ cup of loosely packed fresh cilantro, 1 finely chopped clove of garlic, zest and juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of Kosher salt.
  2. In a food processor, combine the sour cream, cilantro, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, and salt. Blend on high for about 30 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  3. After blending, taste your Cilantro Lime Crema for seasoning. Adjust with more lime juice or sour cream if necessary.
  4. Transfer the Cilantro Lime Crema to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. When ready to serve, stir the Cilantro Lime Crema and enjoy it as a drizzle over tacos or as a dip for chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It can also be frozen in ice cube trays for longer storage.

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