Creamy Avocado Sauce

This fantastic avocado sauce recipe makes a fresh, creamy dipping sauce that's perfect to pair with Mexican food, grilled meats, and more!

Course Sides

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword avocado lime sauce, avocado sauce, avocado sauce recipe, cilantro avocado sauce, creamy avocado sauce, creamy avocado sauce for tacos, easy homemade sauce, healthy dipping sauce, Mexican-inspired sauce, sauce for burrito bowls

Prep Time 5

Resting Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 107kcal

Author Wendie Williams

Equipment

Food processor or blender

Ingredients

1 ripe avocado peeled and pitted and rough chopped
1 seeded jalapeño pepper rough chopped
1 clove garlic chopped
1 Tablespoon lime juice
½ cup sour cream
2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
3 Tablespoons cilantro leaves

Instructions

Place the avocado, jalapeno pieces (if desired), garlic and lime juice into a food processor, then add the remaining ingredients and blend/pulse until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if desired.
Place in a bowl, cover and refrigerator for about 20 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to come together.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface and not to trap any air in to help prevent browning.

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