Avocado Crema

Ingredients

• 2 avocados, peeled and pitted
• 1/4 cup cilantro, optional
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1 1/2 limes, juiced (about 3 tbsp)
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

1. Blend everything: Place all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
2. Ready to serve: Transfer the crema to a jar or a squeeze bottle and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.

TIPS AND TRICKS

1. If the crema is too thick, mix in 1 tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
2. If the crema is too thin, blend in another half of an avocado, or a tablespoon of sour cream at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
3. You can let it sit for a few hours or overnight in the fridge to let all of the flavors mingle and get to know each other.
4. Not in the mood for avocado? You’ll love my creamy cilantro lime dressing as a substitute.

SUBSTITUTIONS AND VARIATIONS

1. To lighten it up and add some protein, use plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
2. Want to make it vegan? Substitute the sour cream for a plant-based alternative or plain vegan yogurt.
3. Want to add more flavor? Feel free to include a ¼ to ½ a teaspoon of ground cumin or ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon of cayenne for a little heat.
4. Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, scraping sides down as needed.
5. Transfer to a jar or a squeeze bottle and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.