Cilantro Lime Crema

This cilantro lime crema is creamy, tangy and easy to make with sour cream, cilantro, lime and garlic. This zesty sauce adds bright flavor to tacos, burritos or drizzle it on salad!

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings:

Ingredients

½ cup sour cream , or Greek yogurt
¼ cup cilantro
1 lime , zested and juiced
1 clove garlic , or 1/2 teaspoon minced
salt & pepper , to taste

Instructions

Combine 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup cilantro, juice of one lime, lime zest and 1/2 teaspoon garlic in a food processor.
Blend until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. I use about 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add more cilantro and lime to taste if needed.
Place in a bowl and cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Storage: This dip will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 5 days.

Substitutes: You may substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream (or do half and half). You can also add in mayonnaise. If you like it spicy, feel free to add in jalapeño.

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