CILANTRO LIME CREMA

Cilantro Lime Crema is the creamy, zesty sauce your tacos, nachos, and grilled meats have been missing! With fresh cilantro, tangy lime, and a hint of garlic, it’s the perfect way to add bold flavour to any dish.

Course condiment, dip, Sauce

Cuisine Mexican

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings Cup

Calories 458kcal

Ingredients

½ cup Greek Yogurt (or Sour Cream)
¼ cup Mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
¼ cup Fresh Cilantro finely chopped
2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice (more to taste)
1 tsp Lime Zest
1 small Clove Garlic minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
½ tsp Cumin
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 tbsp Water (or more for desired consistency)

Instructions

Add the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper to the bowl of a food processor or a bowl.
Blend/stir until smooth. Add the lime juice and zest.
Blend/stir again. Taste and adjust. Add more lime juice if you want it tangier, more cilantro for a fresher flavour. You can even add a pinch of cayenne or a jalapeńo for some heat. If the crema is too thick, add a little water (or lime juice) 1 teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired drizzle-friendly consistency.

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Notes

For a silky, restaurant-style crema, blend all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, simply mix everything in a bowl.

For the best flavour, let the crema sit in the fridge for at least 15–30 minutes before serving.

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