This Cilantro Lime Crema is the kind of sauce that brings everything together. Creamy, tangy, herby, and just the right amount of zing. It’s the perfect drizzle for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or anything that needs a flavor boost. You’ll want to keep a jar of this in the fridge at all times.

Cilantro Lime Crema

This Sour Cream and Lime Sauce for Tacos is not only incredibly easy to make but also brings a restaurant-quality finish to your homemade dishes.

It takes just five minutes and a stick blender. No fancy steps, no long list of ingredients. Just fresh flavor in a simple, smooth sauce that goes with almost everything.

Once you’ve made it, you’ll find ways to use it on everything from grilled meats to breakfast hash.

Why You'll Love This Dish#

Fast And Easy – Five ingredients, five minutes, no cooking.
Bright, Creamy Flavor – Pairs with bold dishes and adds balance.
Versatile Sauce – Use it as a drizzle, dip, or dressing.
Fridge-Friendly – Keeps well for up to a week.
No Special Tools Needed – A stick blender or small food processor does the trick.

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Recipe Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Sour Cream – Full-fat works best for a smooth, rich base. Greek yogurt can be swapped in.
Fresh Lime Juice – Bright, tangy, and fresh. Bottled won’t give the same punch.
Salt – Balances the richness and brings out the flavors.
Chopped Cilantro – Fresh only. Adds bold, herbaceous flavor.
Milk – Just a splash to thin the sauce to a pourable consistency.

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How To Make This Recipe

This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

Add Everything To A Jar – Use a mason jar or any tall, narrow container that fits your stick blender.
Blend Until Smooth – Use a stick blender to blend until creamy and well combined.
Serve Or Store – Drizzle over tacos, burritos, enchiladas, tamales, nachos, or even grilled veggies.

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Recipe FAQ

Can I use a regular blender instead of a stick blender?

Yes, a regular blender works just as well for making this crema. Just ensure everything is well combined.

How long can I store Cilantro Lime Crema?

Stored in an airtight container, it can last in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Is there a dairy-free alternative to sour cream in this recipe?

Absolutely! You can use a dairy-free sour cream alternative and a milk alternative to make this dairy-free.

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Serve This With

Grilled Chicken or Fish: Adds a zesty touch to grilled meats or seafood. My Grilled Chile Lime Chicken would be great with this!
Vegetable Platters: Perfect as a dip for raw or grilled vegetables.
Rice and Beans: Drizzle over a simple bowl of rice and beans for an extra flavor boost.

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Yield: 6 servings

Cilantro Lime Crema

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a mason jar.
Blend with a stick blender.
Pour over tacos, enchiladas, burritos, tamales, or nachos.

Cilantro Lime Crema