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Cilantro Lime Crema

A zesty and creamy sauce made with fresh cilantro and lime, perfect for tacos, burritos, or as a dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dip, Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  4. Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

This crema can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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