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Closeup of lime crema topped with lime zest in a glass mason jar on a wooden table with fresh lime slices.

Lime Crema

Creamy, bright, and tangy, this easy lime crema is the perfect refreshing sauce for all your summer meals!
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Course: Clean Eating Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 8 people (approx. 1 cup)
Calories: 22kcal
Author: Violet Parcha

Equipment

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.

Notes

You can use any type of plain dairy or non-dairy yogurt. If you prefer a thicker consistency, you can substitute Greek yogurt.
Lime crema will keep for 5-7 days in the fridge. A little bit of separation is normal, so stir before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 38IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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