Lime Crema Recipe (for tacos and more)

Bowl of lime crema with lime zest on top sitting on a clay tray.

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Lime Crema Recipe (for tacos and more)

Drizzle this fabulous Lime Crema on tacos, soup, veggies and so much more. It has a bright, creamy flavor, is made with simple ingredients and takes just minutes to make.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Sauces, Dressings and Dips

Cuisine: Mexican

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Method: No cook

Special Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-FODMAP

Servings: servings

Calories: 56kcal

Author: Tracey Hatch-Rizzi

Ingredients

1 cup sour cream use lactose-free for low-FODMAP if lactose sensitive
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons lime juice juice of 1 lime
¼ teaspoon salt
1 lime zest zest of 1 lime, optional for extra lime flavor

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Instructions

Zest the lime (if using) and squeeze lime juice into a small bowl.
Add the sour cream, heavy whipping cream and salt to the bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined and sauce is smooth and creamy.

Notes

Expert tips

If you find that your sauce is too thin, whisk it briskly and the heavy whipping cream will thicken
Do not use half and half as a heavy cream substitute! The acid in the lime juice will cause it to curdle. It won't affect the flavor and it will still be delicious, but it will look a bit grainy.

Variations

Cilantro Lime Crema – add about a half cup of fresh cilantro and process with all ingredients in a blender or food processor
Add garlic or garlic infused olive oil – sometimes a little garlic flavor goes a long way

How to store

Store in an airtight container for up to 7 days. I keep mine in a squeeze bottle in the door of my fridge to have on hand at all times.

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