Here’s a bright, creamy, and zesty Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce/Salsa—perfect for drizzling over tacos, burritos, grilled meats, or as a dip.
🥑 Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce/Salsa
Ingredients (makes about 1 cup)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves (packed)
- 1–2 cloves garlic
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded (optional, for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
- 1/4 cup sour cream, Greek yogurt, or mayonnaise (for creaminess, optional)
- 2–4 tbsp water (to thin)
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp olive oil for extra richness
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients
- In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, and sour cream (if using).
- Blend until smooth.
- Adjust Consistency
- Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until sauce reaches desired pourable consistency.
- Season
- Taste and season with salt. Add extra lime juice for brightness or jalapeño for heat.
- Serve
- Drizzle over tacos, burritos, grilled chicken, or fish.
- Use as a creamy dip for chips or veggies.
Tips & Variations
- Dairy-free: Omit sour cream or yogurt; use extra avocado or a little olive oil for creaminess.
- Tangier version: Add 1–2 tsp apple cider vinegar.
- Chunky salsa: Dice avocado and cilantro, mix with lime juice, salt, and finely chopped jalapeño for a chunky version.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed on the surface to prevent browning; best used within 1–2 days.
This Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce/Salsa is creamy, zesty, and fresh, balancing the richness of avocado with bright lime and aromatic cilantro.
I can also give a super quick 5-minute blender version that stays vibrant green and perfectly smooth if you want.
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