Creamy Cilantro Lime Avocado Dipping Sauce (vegan)
This Creamy Cilantro Lime Avocado Dipping Sauce is a delicious and healthy dip that can be made in 5 minutes. It's made with wholesome and simple ingredients and is absolutely delicious. Dip it in taquitos, tortilla chips, or finish off your burritos and tacos.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 166kcal
Equipment
- 1 food processor
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened, plain plant-based yogurt
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 jalapeno, deseeded and sliced
- zest from 1 lime
- juice from 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup minced fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon minced red onion
- 1 garlic clove, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1-3 tablespoons filtered water *if desired to thin out the dip
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients into the bowl of a food processor. This includes yogurt, avocado, jalapeno, lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, red onion, garlic, and salt. Blend until creamy, scraping down the sides with a spatula a few times.
- Add a tablespoon of filtered water at a time until you have reached the ideal consistency. I typically use 1-2 tablespoons. You may choose not to add any.
- Transfer the dip to a small glass bowl or jar. Chill for an hour before serving or serve right away.
Notes
Storage:
Place the leftovers in an airtight container and in the fridge for 3-4 days. I recommend placing a small piece of plastic wrap over the top of the dip before securing the lid to keep it from browning. Do not freeze.
Tips and Modifications:
Feel free to remove the jalapeno if you do not like spice.
The dip should not stay out at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Otherwise, place the bowl of dip over ice.
Use a perfectly ripe avocado for the best texture. It should give slightly when pressed but not feel mushy. This is the key to getting that ultra-creamy consistency.
If your dip feels too thick after chilling, simply stir in a little water or lime juice to bring it back to life before serving.
Pro tip: Make it once, then use it all week. This sauce is one of those staples that instantly elevates bowls, tacos, and simple meals, so having it ready in the fridge saves time and adds flavor to everything.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 590mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 182IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 0.3mg