Creamy Air Fryer Avocado and Lime Dip
This avocado and lime dip is creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. It's the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables for a delicious and satisfying treat.
The avocado and lime dip has a long and storied history, dating back to the ancient Aztecs and Mayans. These civilizations used avocados and limes in a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, and sauces. The avocado and lime dip as we know it today was first created in the 1950s in California. It quickly became a popular party food and is now enjoyed all over the world.
There are many different variations of the avocado and lime dip, but the basic ingredients are always the same: avocados, limes, cilantro, red onion, and spices. The avocados provide a creamy base for the dip, while the limes add a bright and tangy flavor. The cilantro and red onion add freshness and a bit of a bite, and the spices add depth and complexity. The avocado and lime dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1/2 cup lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Place the avocado, lime juice, cilantro, red onion, salt, pepper, cumin, and garlic powder in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the dip to a bowl and serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables.
Why It Works
- The ripe avocado provides a creamy and smooth base for the dip.
- The lime juice adds a bright and tangy flavor that balances out the richness of the avocado.
- The cilantro and red onion add freshness and a bit of a bite.
- The spices add depth and complexity to the flavor of the dip.
- The dip is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.