Limed Sour Cream

Brighten up your dishes with this quick and zesty Limed Sour Cream recipe, a flavorful twist on a classic kitchen staple. Made with creamy sour cream, a generous splash of fresh lime juice, fragrant lime zest, and just a hint of salt and optional black pepper, this tangy topping is ready in just 5 minutes. Perfect for tacos, nachos, baked potatoes, or grilled vegetables, it adds a refreshing citrus note that complements a wide range of cuisines. Plus, with no cooking required, this easy-to-make dip is ideal for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. Serve chilled for maximum flavor and watch as it becomes your go-to for elevating any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.125 teaspoon black pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and lime juice.

Step 2

Add the lime zest for extra citrus flavor and mix well.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the salt, and if desired, add black pepper for a touch of spice.

Step 4

Stir all ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper according to preference.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the Limed Sour Cream rest in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a topping or dip and enjoy your zesty creation!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(295.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	478.3

Total Fat 46.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 115mg	0%
Sodium 745.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 8.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 323.6mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 84.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.9%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 16.1%