Creamy, bright, and tangy, this easy lime crema is the perfect refreshing sauce for all your favorite summer meals! It’s made with simple, healthy ingredients and comes together in less than 5 minutes.
A Healthy Summer Favorite
Lime is one of my top summer flavors. The only thing I like more than lime in the summer might be watermelon, but even that is better with a squeeze of lime (like in this refreshing watermelon juice).
While I love sweet lime recipes like these healthy-ish lime bars, lime shines in a whole new way when served with savory foods. I created this lime crema to not only add incredible flavor, but also a probiotic kick (thanks to the yogurt), to all your favorite meals.
How to Serve
Over Mexican and Southwestern dishes – It’s the ultimate topping for everything from chicken enchilada casserole to ground beef rice bowls. You can even use it to take nachos to a whole new level!
With vegetables – Everything from roasted sweet potatoes to grilled corn is delicious drizzled with this tangy sauce.
As a salad dressing – Give your favorite salad a bright and refreshing makeover!
On sandwiches and wraps – Lime crema is a fantastic healthy substitute for mayonnaise!
Over grilled meats and seafood – The bright, creamy flavor perfectly balances savory meat and fish.
Tips for Success
Avoid the white pith when zesting the lime – The outer green zest has the flavor you want, so make sure to avoid the bitter white pith.
Prep in advance – Lime crema is delicious right away, but it’s even better once the flavors have had time to develop. For the ultimate tangy flavor, make it the day before serving and store in the fridge overnight.
FAQs
You can store lime crema in an airtight container in the fridge for 5-7 days. A little bit of separation is normal, so stir before serving.
No, due to the dairy content, lime crema should not be frozen.
Lime crema has a bright, slightly sour, citrusy flavor with savory notes from the cilantro and garlic. It’s a versatile sauce delicious served with a variety of dishes.
Violet’s Tips for Serving
Lime crema is the perfect unique addition to a taco, nacho, or even baked potato bar! Its refreshing flavor adds a fun, summery touch to meals like this.
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Ingredients
This a quick overview of a few essential ingredients needed for this recipe. Make sure to check out the recipe card below for the full list and specific amounts!
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: First, combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and stir together.
Step 2: Then cover and let sit in the fridge overnight (or at least a few hours) before serving.
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Lime Crema
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain unsweetened yogurt
- 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon cilantro finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and stir together.1 cup plain unsweetened yogurt, 1 lime, 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1 clove garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- Cover and let sit in the fridge overnight (or at least a few hours) before serving.
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