They are back! Avocados are finally making a comeback (at an affordable price) on our supermarket's shelves and I couldn't be happier. I've been looking for any reason to use them and my latest experiment was as a Creamy Lime Cilantro Avocado Sauce.
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Originally, I made that recipe as a Salad Dressing. But it was so creamy and delicious that I couldn't help but use it on everything else! Making Sweet Potato Fries? Dip them in that Avocado Sauce. Roasted some Potatoes? Load them with it. Feeling like a Healthy Sandwich? Use it as a Spread.
This recipe is so much more versatile than I expected, it quickly became a new Fridge Essential! Did I mention that it was Vegan?
Cilantro Avocado Lime Sauce
I love to experiment with Dressings and Sauce. There are so many possible ingredient combinations that the options are endless. Using Fruits in sauces or dressing is just a great way to bring freshness to your salads.
Some of my favourite dressings use citrus fruit (I love super tangy dressings!) like this Garlic and Lime Dressing or this Citrus Asian Dressing. Why stick with basic Vinaigrette or Balsamic Dressing when you can find many other creative sauces?
Avocado and Lemon are a classic combination, but I like to use Limes to get a slightly less sour taste. I know that some people hate Cilantro (have you heard about the scientific research claiming that it's a genetic thing?), but I love to add it to pretty much..anything!
It's strong, herby flavour works perfectly with the creaminess of the Avocado and sharpness of the Lime.
How to make Avocado Sauce with Lime and Coriander
It is a super simple and easy recipe as well. All you need is a Blender. Throw all the ingredients in there, blend, adjust to taste and enjoy! If you want to make it even creamier, I suggest using some Coconut Cream.
I tried that option and it created a la more subtle taste with a light, velvety texture. On a side note, if you do not have Coconut Cream in your pantry, you definitely should! You can use it in baking and for your savoury recipes, and it's a great non-dairy alternative to regular cream.
I'm sure that there are many more ways to use this Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce and look forward to discovering them as a I go. How did you decided to use it? Let me know in the comment section below, and make sure to pin this recipe if you enjoyed it!
Lime Avocado Cilantro Sauce Recipe:
Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 Large Avocado
- 1/2 Lime Juice - or about 3 tbsp.
- 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Clove Fresh Garlic
- Salt, Pepper, Cumin Powder - to taste
- 1/4 cup Coconut Cream - Optional
Disclaimer
I highly recommend using the measurements in grams & ml (instead of cups & spoons) for more accuracy and better results.
Instructions
- Cut the Avocado in half and remove the skin.
- Put the Avocado, Lime Juice, Cilantro, Olive Oil and Garlic, Salt, Pepper and Cumin Powder in a Blender.Optional: also add the Coconut Cream for a creamier texture.
Blend until smooth. - Taste and adjust if need.Add more Lime Juice, Cilantro or Olive Oil to adjust the texture if required.
- Transfer into a sealed jar and keep in the fridge for a week.
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Courtney says
Have you tried freezing this before?
A Baking Journey says
Hi Courtney, I have not frozen this one before no, but I don't see why it wouldnt work 🙂
Christin York says
This is sooooo delicious!!!! Is there a substitute for the olive oil!? I’m trying to do ‘whole food plant based with no oil’
A Baking Journey says
Thanks Christin! I have never tried this recipe without oil so I cannot say for sure, but I guess you could always replace it with water or with more coconut cream. It will probably have an effect on taste though, so it might require a few trials to find the right balance 🙂 Hope that helps!
Ivana says
Such a simple bunch of ingredients, but what an amazing and complex flavour.
thefoodiejourney says
These are the best recipes, right!?
Andrea Metlika says
This is everything! There are so many things I want to eat this with and on!!
thefoodiejourney says
Thanks Andrea! That's why I love this recipe so much, it is super versatile!
Beth Pierce says
I am thrilled to find a recipe for this! I can never find it in the store when I want it! Love it!
thefoodiejourney says
So happy to read this recipe was just what you were looking for!
Jen says
as someone who lives for condiments, I LOVED your recipe! The sweet potatoes turned out delicious (i've burned them before), too!
thefoodiejourney says
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Jen! It is sooo good with sweet potato fries 😉
Alexandra says
A delightful recipe with the perfect balance of flavours - yum!
thefoodiejourney says
Thanks girl!
Katherine says
WAY too much olive oil! Tried without coconut cream and it tasted like straight up olives. Not perf!!
thefoodiejourney says
Hi Katherine, I'm sorry to hear that the recipe didn't work out for you! The only thing I can think of is that the type/quality/brand of Olive Oil could make a big difference in taste. I will try to make the recipe again and double check the quantity of olive oil to make sure it is not wrong! Cheers