Creamy Avocado Topping

Name: Creamy Avocado Topping
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: california
Ingredients: 2 pcs avocado (medium, ripe); 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed); 3 tbsp yogurt (plain, thick Greek-style); 1 pcs garlic (clove, finely minced); 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch black pepper; 2 tbsp cilantro (fresh, finely chopped)

RATING

4.4/5(38)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A silky, tangy avocado spread that comes together in minutes. Perfect for layering on toast, tacos, burgers, or grain bowls, it's a lighter, brighter alternative to mayo or sour cream with a fresh lime kick.

PREP

10m

COOK

SERVES

2 TBSP

132 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

2 pcsavocado · medium, ripe2 tbsplime juice · freshly squeezed3 tbspyogurt · plain, thick Greek-style1 pcsgarlic · clove, finely minced1 pinchsalt1 pinchblack pepper2 tbspcilantro · fresh, finely chopped

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

132

CALORIES · 2 TBSP

Protein2g · 6%

Carbs8g · 24%

Fat11g · 75%

Fiber5g

Sugar1g

Saturated fat2g

Cholesterol1mg

Sodium51mg

Potassium410mg

Phosphorus60mg

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METHOD · 4 STEPS

prep
Halve and pit the avocados.
Slice each avocado in half lengthwise, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a medium mixing bowl.
mix
Mash and combine all ingredients.
1.Add lime juice and minced garlic to the bowl.
2.Mash with a fork to your desired consistency — leave it slightly chunky or go fully smooth.
3.Fold in the yogurt until evenly incorporated.
4.Season with salt and black pepper, then fold in the chopped cilantro.
TIPFor an extra-silky texture, use a whisk or immersion blender instead of a fork.
rest · ~5 min
Rest for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Cover the bowl and let it sit at room temperature. This short rest allows the lime and garlic to mellow into the avocado.
serve
Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve immediately.
Give it a final stir, taste, and add another pinch of salt or squeeze of lime if needed. Spoon generously over toast, tacos, or grain bowls.
TIPPress plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning if not serving right away.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Use a fork to mash the avocado for a chunky texture, or switch to a whisk for an ultra-smooth, almost sauce-like consistency.
2
Let the spread rest for the full 5 minutes after mixing — this allows the garlic and lime to mellow and marry with the creamy avocado.
3
If prepping ahead, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the topping to minimize oxidation and delay browning.
4
Taste and adjust seasoning just before serving: a final squeeze of lime or pinch of salt can brighten the whole bowl.
5
For the best flavor, use thick Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat) — thinner yogurts can make the topping watery and bland.
6
Serve immediately after resting; avocado topping loses its vibrant color and texture after a few hours in the fridge.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

spicy jalapeño

Spicy jalapeño

Add 1 finely minced jalapeño (seeds removed for less heat) along with the garlic for a zesty kick — perfect on tacos or quesadillas.

high protein

High-protein

Swap half the avocado for an equal volume of silken tofu and reduce yogurt to 1 tbsp — this increases protein and lowers fat while keeping the creamy texture.

jain (no garlic/onion)

Jain (no garlic/onion)

Replace garlic with a pinch of asafoetida (hing) and skip the cilantro if you prefer — this version is still tangy and creamy, suitable for Jain diets.

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