Dairy Free Avocado Crema

This dairy-free avocado crema is vegan, Whole30 and ready in minutes! Use on tacos, bowls, salads and more as a way to add a blast of flavor!

Avocado Crema is something you need to know how to make. It is the perfect accessory for tacos, salads, rice bowls and pretty much anything else that has even a hint of Mexican flavor.

Plus, it is ridiculously easy to make, less than 5 ingredients and takes all of about 2 minutes in the blender or food processor.

What more could you ask for in a recipe right? It takes almost no time or effort to throw together, and extensively livens up any Mexican night or taco Tuesday!

What is Avocado Crema?

Traditionally, avocado crema is made with Mexican crema (similar to sour cream but a touch sourer). You will also see it commonly made with both American style sour cream and even greek yogurt.

Since I try to avoid dairy as much as possible, I started making a Vegan, Dairy Free avocado crema a couple of years ago. I use it a lot, especially when I don’t feel like taking 15 minutes to whip up a batch of guacamole and plain avocado isn’t going to cut it.

How To Make Avocado Crema

I mean it when I say that you could be a complete novice in the kitchen and still have no problems getting a perfect result with this recipe.

Just gather a few ingredients, and throw them all together, and that’s about it! It’s really that simple.

• Avocado
• Canned, full-fat coconut milk
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Lime juice
• Sea salt

Place all ingredients in a bowl of the food processor or jar of the blender (FYI: you will usually get a thicker sauce in the food processor), process until smooth and creamy.

Recipe Tips

Since its pretty common knowledge that avocados will start to brown and go bad pretty quick once removed from the skin, you do have to act fast with this recipe.

• You’ll want to use immediately so, don’t make the sauce ahead of when you want to actually use it.
• You can store any leftovers in an air-tight container but know that the color may darken slightly over time as the avocado oxidizes. I recommend pouring into a squeeze bottle and serving from there.
• I tend to prefer this sauce on the thicker side. If you want it a bit thinner, I suggest adding a bit more olive oil. If you decide to add additional coconut milk, you will need to adjust the salt and lime juice.
• Oh, and yes, I have made this with Avocado Oil and it’s just as good.

Recipes that use Avocado Crema

This dairy-free avocado crema pairs well with a long list of dishes. Anything from a topping for your tacos, a dressing for your salad, a dip for your veggies, to a sauce for your chicken.

The possibilities are truly endless with what you can do with this recipe. I love having it set out on the table for a make your own taco bar. It really turns your run of the mill taco station into a trendy taco experience.

Since you can make a small batch, it’s also great to whip up for your every night dinners and use it in any of the ways mentioned above.

I highly suggest trying out the crema on top of this Taco Meat Stuffed Delicata Squash, so good! It’s also great as a topping for Pressure Cooker Pulled Pork, Fajita Frittata, and our go-to Mexican Breakfast Bowl.

Check Out Even More Avocado Recipes

There’s pretty much never a bad time for avocado right? It can go in/with almost anything making it the perfect addition to so many recipes.

Whether you’re craving something sweet, looking for a new salad recipe, or a dish to bring to your next event, I have you covered with some of my favorite avocado recipes.

Chocolate Avocado Pudding

Double Chocolate Avocado Cookies

Poached Shrimp Avocado Salad

Taco Stuffed Portabello Mushrooms

If you really want to wow your party guests, friends, or family then you have to make this avocado crema stat! It’s a sure-fire crowd pleaser, so much so that everyone will be begging you for the recipe.

I know you’re going to love this recipe as much as I do, and I can’t wait for you to try it out! Once you do be sure to leave a comment below and tell me what you think.

Did you make this recipe? Please give it a star rating below!

Avocado Crema

Prep Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 5 mins

 

This dairy-free avocado crema is vegan, Whole30 and ready in minutes! Use on tacos, bowls, salads and more as a way to add a blast of flavor!

Course: Marinades and Spice Mixes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Avocado Sauce, Dairy Free Avocado Crema, dairy free crema

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 89 kcal

Author: Alyssa Brantley

5 from 13 votes

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Ingredients

• 1 large avocado approximately 6 ounces of avocado meat after removing skin and pit
• 1/4 cup canned full fat coconut milk
• 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in bowl of food processor of jar of blender (FYI: you will usually get a thicker sauce in the food processor), process until smooth and creamy.

2. Use immediately. I recommend pouring into a squeeze bottle and serving from there. Enjoy!

NOTES:

STORAGE TIPS:

You can store any leftovers in an air-tight container but know that the color may darken slightly over time as the avocado oxidizes. 

A very small amount of avocado oil or olive oil poured over the top of the crema can help preserve it for an extra day in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts

Avocado Crema

Amount Per Serving (1.5 Tablespoons)

Calories 89 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Sodium 76mg3%

Potassium 142mg4%

Carbohydrates 3g1%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 35IU1%

Vitamin C 3.3mg4%

Calcium 3mg0%

Iron 0.3mg2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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UPDATE NOTES: This post was originally published in October 2015 and updated in June 2019 with updated photos, better instructions, and more helpful information.