Cilantro Lime Crema
Quick Info
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp coarse kosher salt (plus more to taste)
🍳 Equipment
📋 Instructions
- Place sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, garlic clove, and kosher salt into a blender or food processor.
- Blend on high until completely smooth and emulsified.
- Transfer to a jar or squeeze bottle and serve immediately, or chill in refrigerator.
💡 Notes & Variations
- Substitute sour cream with plain Greek yogurt for a lower-calorie, high-protein alternative.
- Crema will naturally thicken when chilled; stir in a splash of fresh lime juice or 1 tsp water to thin out before serving.
- Stores refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.