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A small white ramekin filled with vibrant, smooth Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce, sitting on a wooden surface near a window.

Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce


  • Author: Ahazzam
  • Total Time: 10 min
  • Yield: About 1.5 cups
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple recipe for a rich and creamy sauce featuring fresh avocado and cilantro, perfect for tacos, grilled items, or as a dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative for vegan)
  • 1/4 cup water (add more for thinner consistency)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin


Instructions

  1. Place the avocado flesh, cilantro, Greek yogurt, water, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and cumin into a food processor or high-speed blender.
  2. Blend the ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
  3. If the sauce is too thick for your liking, add water, one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until you reach your desired consistency.
  4. Taste the sauce and adjust salt or lime juice if necessary.
  5. Transfer the sauce to an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute the Greek yogurt with plain unsweetened soy yogurt or cashew cream.
  • This sauce keeps well in the refrigerator for up to three days. The color may darken slightly due to oxidation.
  • To help maintain a brighter green color, add an extra splash of lime juice before storing.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 95
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 120
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 5
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 5