Cilantro Cream Sauce Tastes Like Guacamole
Get ready to elevate your dips, tacos, and grilled dishes with this irresistibly creamy Cilantro Cream Sauce that tastes just like guacamole! This quick, 10-minute recipe blends the rich creaminess of ripe avocado and sour cream with vibrant fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and a hint of heat from jalapeño pepper. A touch of ground cumin and garlic adds depth, while olive oil ensures a silky smooth texture. Perfect as a sauce, dip, or dressing, this versatile recipe is bursting with fresh flavors and is sure to become your go-to condiment. Best of all, it’s ready in minutes with no cooking required! Garnish your meals with this luscious cilantro-avocado sauce for an instant flavor boost that's as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- 0.5 medium jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
Peel and pit the avocado, then scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Step 2
Add the fresh cilantro leaves, sour cream, lime juice, garlic clove, half of a jalapeño (seeds removed for less heat), olive oil, salt, and ground cumin to the blender.
Step 3
Blend the ingredients on high until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time and continue blending until the desired consistency is achieved.
Step 4
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or jalapeño if desired.
Step 5
Transfer the cilantro cream sauce to a bowl or jar. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (688.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 852.8 |
| Total Fat 83.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 57.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1328.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.6g | |
| Protein 11.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 306.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1617.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories