Wash the lime and cilantro under cold water. Pat the cilantro dry with a paper towel. Prepare a cutting board, a sharp knife, and a bowl. By washing the ingredients, you will avoid sand and impurities.
Description
Creamy avocado and lime dip is a light, springtime snack with a distinct, fresh flavor. It combines the creaminess of ripe avocado with the tartness of lime, the sharper notes of raw onion and garlic, and the subtle herbal freshness of cilantro. The dish has a fusion character — it can be served with crispy whole grain bread or crackers, as well as with cut young vegetables (carrots, celery, cucumber). The dip is perfect as a quick appetizer for gatherings with friends, an accompaniment to grilled vegetables, or as a light sauce for sandwiches. Visually, it presents as a smooth light green mixture, garnished with cilantro leaves and thin slices of lime.
Ingredients Used
Ingredients (11)
- Avocado 2 szt. (~400 g)
- Lime 2 szt. (~100 g)
- Onion 0.5 szt. (~75 g)
- Garlic 2 ząbki (~10 g)
- Natural yogurt 120 g
- Rapeseed oil 15 g
- 🌿 Przyprawy
- Coriander 15 g
- Salt 2 g
- Black pepper 2 szczypty (~1 g)
- ✨ Opcjonalne
- Papryczka chili 0.7 szt. (~10 g)
- Cumin 2 g
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Preparation steps
Dip
Cut the avocado in half lengthwise, twist the halves, scoop out the pit with a spoon, and scoop the flesh into a large bowl. If the flesh browns in places, remove the darker parts — the rest is fine.
Finely grate the zest from one lime (only the green part) using a fine grater, then squeeze the juice from both limes into a small bowl. Remove the seeds from the juice. The zest will add aroma, while the juice will provide fresh acidity and prevent the avocado from browning.
Peel the onion and chop it into very small cubes (i.e., finely dice). Peel the garlic and crush it with a press or finely chop it. If you are using chili pepper, cut it in half, remove the seeds (for a milder taste), and finely chop it.
In a bowl with the avocado flesh, add natural yogurt, rapeseed oil, grated lime zest, and half of the squeezed juice. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the avocado with the other ingredients into a smooth, but not completely uniform mixture — aim for a creamy consistency with small pieces for texture. If you prefer a smoother dip, use an immersion blender for a few seconds.
Add chopped onion, garlic, finely chopped cilantro, and optionally chili pepper. Season with salt, pepper, and, if using, a pinch of ground cumin. Mix thoroughly and taste — season gradually, starting with a smaller amount of salt and pepper. If the dip is too thick, add a few drops of lime juice or a teaspoon of water.
Transfer the dip to serving bowls or a small dish. Garnish with a cilantro leaf and a slice of lime, and optionally a bit of lime zest on top. Serve immediately with whole grain bread, crispy crackers, or raw vegetables.
Fun Fact
Avocado comes from Central America and only made its permanent way to Europe in the 20th century; its creamy texture has made it an alternative to butter or mayonnaise in many kitchens.
Best for
Tips
Serve the dip in a flat bowl, drizzled with extra lime and sprinkled with fresh cilantro. It pairs wonderfully with whole grain bread, crackers, nachos, or slices of cucumber and carrot. To make a 'sandwich' version, spread the dip on a slice of bread and add smoked salmon or a slice of tomato.
Store the dip in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours in an airtight container. To delay browning, you can spread a thin layer of lime juice on the surface and cover it with plastic wrap so that it touches the dip. It is best consumed within the first 12 hours.
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