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    Home » Blog » Diet » Healthy » Dairy-Free Vegan Lime Crema

    Dairy-Free Vegan Lime Crema

    Published: Jun 30, 2020 · Modified: Jan 21, 2022 by Aimee Mars · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Just as I have my favorite dressing I make often I also have my favorite crema. This Dairy-Free Vegan Lime Crema is a creamy sauce packed with bold flavors of cilantro, lime, and coconut. It pairs perfectly with tacos, fish, or even salads.

    dairy-free vegan lime crema in glass jar with cashews and lime halves surrounding

    Easy Vegan Crema

    If you’re looking for a vegan crema for fish tacos then look no further! This delicious dressing can be made in minutes. This creamy cashew mixture originated when I was making vegetarian tacos and wanted a dairy-free sauce. It brought the entire flavor of the tacos together.

    As a sauce and condiment lover who will find any reason to top off their meal with just a little something extra, I highly recommend this recipe. Not only is it vegan, which can be a huge plus if you’re cleaning up your diet or are in fact vegan, but it’s also extremely versatile. The flavor isn’t too overpowering so you can use it as a dip for chips or veggies, or even a dressing for a burrito bowl or a salad.

    This would be a great addition to Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos too. If you love this dairy-free sauce then try some Bang Bang Sauce next, it can also be made dairy-free.

    Ingredients in Dairy-Free Lime Crema

    The ingredients in this recipe are simple and most of them you can keep stored in your pantry.

    • Canned Coconut Milk
    • Raw Cashews (unsalted)
    • Salt
    • Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
    • Fresh Cilantro
    process shots for making lime crema

    How to Make Lime Crema

    There’s really only one step to this recipe, two if you’d like the texture to be extra creamy.

    • Soak. Place the cashews in a medium bowl and cover with warm water. Let soak for 20 minutes before draining.
    • Blend. Place the cashews, coconut milk, salt, lime juice, and cilantro in a blender or food processor and pulse until completely smooth.
    overhead angle of vegan lime crema

    More Flavor Options

    • Chili Lime Crema: Add 2 tablespoons of sweet chili sauce.
    • Avocado Crema: Replace the coconut milk with 1 full avocado, pit removed.
    • Sriracha Lime Crema: Add 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce.
    lime crema over burritos on a wooden plate with cilantro

    How to Use this Dairy-Free Vegan Lime Crema Recipe

    • Tacos: If you’ve ever wondered what to put in vegan tacos or you’re making plant-based tacos then this dairy-free vegan crema is a perfect sauce. Just drizzle it on top. It’s also the perfect vegan crema for fish tacos.
    • Salads: This creamy crema is a great plant-based cilantro lime dressing option that makes a tasty Whole30 dressing as well.
    • Sauce: Maybe you’re eating Whole30 or Paleo and would like a delicious sauce that won’t ruin your lifestyle. This crema is that sauce. Place it over steak, fish, or even chicken.
    Lime crema in a glass jar surrounded by cashews and lime halves.

    Dairy-Free Lime Crema

    Just as I have my favorite dressing I make often I also have my favorite crema. This Dairy-Free Vegan Lime Crema is a creamy sauce packed with bold flavors of cilantro, lime, and coconut. It pairs perfectly with tacos, fish, or even salads.
    4.83 from 23 votes
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    Course: Condiment
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 75kcal
    Author: Aimee Mars

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup Canned Coconut Milk
    • 1/2 cup Cashews
    • 1/4 teaspoon Coarse Salt
    • 3 ounces Lime Juice
    • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro

    Instructions

    • Combined all the ingredients above in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
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