Luscious Lime and Avocado Cream

This refreshing and flavorful cream is the perfect dip for tortilla chips, vegetable crudités, or pita bread. It's made with ripe avocado, tangy lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a hint of salt and pepper. The red onion and tomato add a bit of crunch and sweetness, and the olive oil brings it all together. Creamy, tangy, and refreshing, this cream is a delicious and healthy way to cool down on a hot day.

Limes and avocados are two fruits that are often paired together in Latin American cuisine. The sourness of the lime balances out the richness of the avocado, creating a delicious and refreshing combination. In this recipe, we've added fresh cilantro, salt, and pepper to the mix, and topped it off with chopped red onion and tomato. The result is a creamy, tangy, and refreshing dip that's perfect for any occasion.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped tomato

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher.
2. Add the lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper to the avocado and stir to combine.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and top with red onion and tomato.
4. Serve with tortilla chips, vegetable crudités, or pita bread.

Why It Works

• The combination of avocado and lime is a classic for a reason. The sourness of the lime cuts through the richness of the avocado, creating a balanced and refreshing flavor.
• Fresh cilantro adds a bright and herbaceous flavor to the dip.
• Salt and pepper enhance the flavors of the other ingredients and help to bring the dish together.
• The red onion and tomato add a bit of crunch and sweetness to the dip, and help to balance out the richness of the avocado.
• The olive oil helps to bring all of the ingredients together and creates a smooth and creamy texture.