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    5-Minute Creamy Cilantro Lime Avocado Sauce (V, GF)

    Published: Jan 4, 2020 · Modified: May 25, 2022 by Deborah · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Avocado Sauce for Tacos

    A creamy cilantro lime avocado sauce that’s vegan and gluten-free and takes only 5 minutes to prepare. With accents of lime, garlic and cilantro, this is an avocado sauce recipe that’s so easy to make and tastes delicious on just about anything. 

    Cilantro Lime Avocado Sauce for Tacos

    This creamy avocado sauce with lime and cilantro is the absolute BOMB! Vegan and gluten-free, this avocado sauce recipe can be used to top my spicy Jackfruit Tacos w/ Mango & Sweet Corn Salsa , my Mesquite-Grilled Corn on the Cob, my Vegan Enchilada Casserole and my Vegan Tinga Tacos. And it’s not just for tacos. You can also use it as a dip for tortilla chips or a topping for tostadas. It’s so delicious and versatile, you’ll definitely want to triple the recipe!

    Ingredients for avocado sauce in a food processor waiting to be mixed

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    Here are the ingredients, many of which you may already have in your fridge and pantry:

    • raw cashews
    • fresh cilantro
    • minced garlic
    • fresh lime
    • ripe avocado
    • sea salt and black pepper
    • garlic powder
    • jalapeño
    • filtered water

    Ingredients for sauce after they've been processed in a food processor

    How to Make the Sauce

    This avocado sauce is super easy to make in just 4 simple steps. Check out the instructions below:

    1. For best results, soak cashews overnight. Alternatively, you can soak in boiling water removed from heat for at least 1 hour.
    2. Drain and rinse the cashews after they have soaked the required time.
    3. Place all ingredients except the water in a high speed blender or food processor. Pulse just until well-combined, then add water, a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached. I usually start with ¾ cup initially and if too thick, I add the rest. Process just until mixture appears smooth and creamy.  TIP: If you don’t have a food processor yet, check out the Hamilton Beach 10-Cup Food Processor I used for this recipe on Amazon. I love the side scraper!
    4. Drizzle over your favorite dish and enjoy!

    side shot of water being poured into a food processor for sauce and avocado

    Tips for Making Sauce

    • My avocado crema is great on tacos and any dish in which you wish to add more flavor.
    • Make sure you process long enough that cashews are completely blended into mixture. Bits of cashews are not cool for this recipe.
    • Store avocado sauce recipe in an airtight, glass container or jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

    An overhead shot of green sauce in glass jar on a dark table

    Avocado Sauce for Tacos
    Vegan Cilantro Lime Avocado Sauce for Tacos
    Cilantro Lime Avocado Sauce for Tacos

    Cilantro Lime Avocado Sauce for Tacos

    Tangy cilantro merges with hints of lime, garlic, avocado and cashews in this heavenly Cilantro Lime Avocado Sauce for Tacos.
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    Course: Sauces
    Cuisine: Mexican Inspired
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Author: Deborah

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 cups raw unsalted cashews soaked in boiled hot water for 1 hours or overnight
    • 1 ripe avocado pitted and coarsely chopped
    • 1 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
    • 2-3 large garlic cloves minced
    • juice from 1 large lime
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • sea salt and black pepper to taste
    • ½ jalapeno leaves seeds in if you like it hot
    • ¾ to 1 cup filtered water

    Instructions

    • Soak cashews in water that you brought to a boil and removed from heat for at least 1 hour. If you prefer, you can soak overnight.
    • Drain and rinse cashews after soaking.
    • Place all ingredients except water in high-speed blender of food processor. Pulse just until combined. Add water, a little at a time. I usually start with ¾ cup and add more if sauce is too thick.
    • Drizzle over your favorite dish and enjoy.

    Notes

    • My cilantro lime avocado sauce is not just for tacos. Use on any dish to which you wish to add more flavor.
    • Make sure you process long enough that the cashews are completely blended into the mixture. Chunks of cashews are not cool for this recipe.
    • Store in an airtight, glass container or jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
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