Cilantro Lime Crema

cilantro crema sauce in a bowl next to cilantro, limes and green onion.

5 from 2 votes

This Cilantro Lime Crema is a tangy sauce made from sour cream, greek yogurt, cilantro, spices, and lime. This delicious sauce adds flavor to chicken tacos, taco bowls, enchiladas, and taquitos.

Prep Time10

Chill30

Total Time40

Course: Dips

Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: cup

Calories: 517.78kcal

Author: Tracey Gene

Ingredients

1 cup sour cream
⅓ cup Greek yogurt
1 handful cilantro , about 3/4 cup
2 green onion , about 1/4-1/3 cup
2 tbsp lime juice , plus more to taste
1 tsp lime zest , about 1/2 lime
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp cumin powder , plus a pinch more to taste
½ tsp salt , plus more to taste

Instructions

Blend it up.
Add all ingredients to a blender or chopper grinder and blend on low speed for 1/2 minute or until cilantro is thoroughly chopped and blended in the sauce.
Chill & ready to use.
Once fully blended, transfer to a container to store in the fridge for about 30 minutes or until ready to use. Add to tacos, burritos, taco bowls, etc.
The crema will thicken when refrigerated, which is normal. Just give it a quick stir before using it.

Notes

Cover homemade crema with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.

Tips:

Use greek yogurt for a thicker and richer flavor.
You can easily make this without a blender or a chopper. First, you will need to mince the cilantro and green onion, and then you can whisk all ingredients together in a bowl.

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