This Creamy Avocado Sauce is dairy-free, Whole30, Paleo, plant-based, and so incredibly delicious! Perfect for serving with plant-based meals, chicken, steak, salmon, or any other fish!
The Best Creamy Avocado Sauce
We have had so many moments while making dinner that we think, “this recipe could use a good sauce” and that’s where this easy avocado sauce recipe comes in! It only takes about 10 minutes to make and it will instantly level up any taco, sandwich, bowl, salad, etc. We also love using it to dip all of our favorite fresh vegetables. It is so versatile and good on anything!
Looking for Even More Sauce Recipes?
If you love them as much as we do, you definitely need to try our Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing, Cilantro Lime Sauce, or a lighter option – Cilantro Yogurt Sauce!
What You Will Need
- avocado – one of our all-time favorite foods and the base of this sauce!
- fresh cilantro – this fresh herb is the perfect compliment to anything made with avocado.
- lime juice – a little bit of acidity to light & brighten things.
- kosher salt – just a pinch for some added seasoning!
- unsweetened almond milk – perfect for keeping it dairy-free with a smooth texture. Option to sub with any plant-based milk or regular milk.
How To Make A Creamy Avocado Sauce
To start this super easy recipe, just place all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender.
Place the cover on top and blend on high for 1-2 minutes or until you reach your desired consistency. Option to add a little more almond milk if it needs some thinning.
How Should I Serve Avocado Sauce
There are so many great ways to serve this simple avocado sauce! Learn how to roast cauliflower in the oven or make Instant Pot Cauliflower and pour this creamy sauce on top. We also love drizzling it over our favorite pulled pork tacos, a steak fajita bowl, or a shrimp burger. Or we just set out a dish of this easy sauce for dipping with all of our favorite vegetables!
Storage
So first of all, there is lime juice in the recipe, which will not only taste amazing but it will help the sauce from turning brown (like avocados typically do)! Simply store it in an airtight container in the fridge, it should be fine for 3-5 days!
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Creamy Avocado Sauce
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approx. 2 cups
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Food Processor
- Cuisine: American
Description
A creamy, delicious Avocado Cream Sauce recipe that goes perfectly with roasted cauliflower, tacos, rice bowls, just about anything!
Ingredients
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (add an additional 1/4 cup for a thinner sauce)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in small food processor.
- Blend until you have reached a smooth consistency.
- Add additional almond milk for a thinner sauce or additional salt or lime juice, as desired for taste.
- Serve any way you want!
Notes
- Storage: place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2oz
- Calories: 32
- Sugar: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 52.2 mg
- Fat: 2.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.8 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
kristin says
Great recipe and easy! I had everything I needed and it took 10 minutes start to finish!
Erin says
Yay! So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback, I really appreciate it!