This Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce comes together in about 10 minutes and blends everything right in your food processor for a quick and easy weeknight meal that your family will love! The best part is, you can switch up the ingredients based on what you’ve got in the fridge or just use this as a perfect way to clean out those odds and ends! Seriously, this sauce is a game changer and perfect for drizzling over anything from tacos to grilled chicken!
Ingredient Breakdown
- 1 Medium Avocado
- 2 tsp Lime Juice (juice of 1 lime)
- 1 Cup Fresh Cilantro
- Pinch of Salt
- ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Cup Plain Yogurt
How to Make Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce
1. Cut and Prepare
Start by cutting your avocado in half and scooping out the creamy green goodness. Make sure to avoid that pesky pit! Juice one lime to get about 2 teaspoons of lime juice, my tip is to roll the lime on the countertop before cutting it. It helps release more juice!
2. Blending
In your food processor, combine the avocado, lime juice, fresh cilantro, a pinch of salt, garlic powder, and the yogurt. I know it looks like a lot of green goodness, but trust me, it’s going to be amazing!
3. Blend Until Smooth
Now, cover the food processor and blend away! You want to blend it until it’s all smooth and creamy. This step takes about 30 seconds, but feel free to scrape down the sides to make sure everything gets combined. The color should be a vibrant green, it’s like springtime in a bowl!
4. Serve and Enjoy
Once it’s all blended, transfer your Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce to a bowl or a cute jar. Now, here comes the fun part, taste it! If you think it needs a little more salt or a kick of lime, adjust to your liking. This sauce is super forgiving.
Why I Love This Recipe
Honestly, this Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce is one of my go-to recipes because it’s not just easy, it’s also incredibly versatile! Whether I’m slathering it on chicken fajitas or using it as a dip for veggies, it practically screams summer and family gatherings. Plus, my kids yes, even the picky one, devour it! The best part? I can whip it up in no time, so it’s perfect for those hectic weeknight dinners. And if you think you’re out of ingredients? You’d be surprised at how forgiving this recipe is, just toss in whatever you’ve got that sounds good!
If you loved this Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce, be sure to check out my Nacho Cheese Sauce, my Easy Remoulade Sauce, or my Red Wine Mushroom Sauce!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
You’ll be amazed that this delicious Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce comes together in under 10 minutes! Seriously, if you have your ingredients prepped, it’s smooth sailing from here!
Minimal Cleanup
The beauty of this dish? It’s all blended in one food processor. No mess, no fuss, just amazing flavors. That means less time cleaning and more time enjoying delicious food with your family!
Customizable
The secret to a delicious sauce is its versatility. Don’t have cilantro? Switch it out for parsley! No plain yogurt? Greek, sour cream, or even cashew cream will make this sauce amazing. Use whatever ingredients you have on hand, the flavor will still be tons of flavor!
Fresh Ingredients
This Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce is all about using fresh ingredients, which not only taste better but also add to the nutritional value! You’ll feel good about serving this up to your loved ones.
Great for Meal Prep
I love whipping up a batch of this sauce to have on hand for those busy weekdays. Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge, and you’ve got a quick go-to for salads, sandwiches, or pastas all week long!
Serving and Storage Tips
Serving Suggestions
This Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce is incredible drizzled over grilled meats or as a zesty dip for fresh veggies. It’s also perfect for topping tacos or burrito bowls for those fun family dinners!
How Long It Keeps
Store this sauce in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Just make sure to press some plastic wrap directly against the surface to minimize oxidation, you don’t want it turning brown on you!
Reheating Instructions
No need to reheat this, since it’s a cold sauce! Just give it a good stir if it looks a bit thick after being in the fridge.
Freezer-Friendly
This recipe isn’t ideal for freezing due to the avocado and yogurt; freezing can change the texture. However, it’s super quick to make fresh, so I recommend enjoying it within those few days!
Food is all about gathering around the table, sharing laughter, and looking forward to the next delicious bite. So go ahead, make this Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce, and watch as it brightens your meals and your family’s spirits! Who knew a simple creamy sauce could be a staple in your kitchen? You’ll be coming back for seconds, I promise! Follow us on Pinterest for daily meal inspiration!
Avocado Cilantro Cream Sauce
Ingredients
Method
- Start by cutting your avocado in half and scooping out the creamy green goodness. Juice one lime to get about 2 teaspoons of lime juice.
- In your food processor, combine the avocado, lime juice, fresh cilantro, a pinch of salt, garlic powder, and the yogurt.
- Cover the food processor and blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if necessary.
- Transfer your sauce to a bowl and taste it. Adjust salt or lime as needed.