Lime Crema
This easy lime crema recipe is a creamy taco sauce that adds bright, citrusy flavor to tacos, carne asada, nachos, and burrito bowls.
Servings 1 cup
Calories 474kcal
Cost $2.50
Ingredients
- 8 oz sour cream *Note 1
- 1 lime, juiced and zested *Note 2
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- ⅛ tsp sea salt + more to taste
Instructions
- Add the sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, and salt to a small bowl and mix until well combined. Taste and adjust the ingredients as needed.
Notes
Note 1 - For less "tang" use 6 oz sour cream and 2 oz mayonnaise.
Note 2 - Standard limes have approx. 2 tbsp. of juice inside. Make sure to use fresh lime vs bottled lime as the flavor won't be the same.
Nutrition
Calories: 474kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 134mg | Sodium: 363mg | Potassium: 364mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1447IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 257mg | Iron: 1mg
