Ingredients
- Ripe Avocados: The base of our creamy dip, providing richness and healthy fats.
- Fresh Cilantro: Adds a bright, herbaceous flavor that is essential to the dip.
- Lime Juice: Provides a zesty kick and balances the richness of the avocado.
- Garlic: A small clove adds a subtle savory note.
- Salt: Enhances all the flavors and brings everything together.
- Optional: Jalapeño for a spicy kick, or a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess.
Instructions
- Begin by halving the ripe avocados. Remove the pits and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
- Add the fresh cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt to the blender with the avocado.
- Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
- Transfer the creamy avocado cilantro lime dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with extra cilantro or a lime wedge. Serve immediately with your favorite tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or as a topping for tacos and grilled meats.
Notes
- Use Ripe Avocados: The key to a creamy dip is using perfectly ripe avocados. They should yield to gentle pressure but not be overly soft.
- Adjust to Taste: Feel free to adjust the amount of lime juice, cilantro, or garlic to suit your personal preferences.
- Add a Kick: For a spicier dip, add a small piece of jalapeño (seeds removed for less heat) to the blender.
- Make it Ahead: While best served fresh, you can make this dip a few hours in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator with a layer of plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent browning.
- Get Creative with Add-ins: Experiment with other ingredients like chopped tomatoes, red onion, or a sprinkle of cumin for added depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 100 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg