Ingredients
- Ripe avocados (2 large avocados) – 300g
- Fresh cilantro leaves – 30g
- Fresh lime juice – 30g
- Jalapeño pepper (seeds removed for less heat) – 15g
- Garlic cloves – 5g
- Olive oil – 15g
- Salt – 5g
- Ground black pepper – 2g
Per serving
Calories: 150 kcal
Proteins: 1 g
Fats: 15 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Method
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Cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the seeds, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
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Add the fresh cilantro leaves, fresh lime juice, chopped jalapeño pepper, garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper to the blender.
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Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little water or more lime juice to reach your desired consistency.
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Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings to your preference. You can add more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño pepper if you want it spicier.
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Transfer the spicy avocado sauce to a bowl or airtight container.
Spicy avocado sauce is a vibrant and flavorful green sauce that originates from Mexico. It showcases the rich and creamy goodness of avocados, complemented by the freshness of cilantro and the heat from jalapeño peppers. This sauce adds a delicious kick to various dishes and can be easily customized to suit different taste preferences.
Facts about the sauce:
- Avocado, the main ingredient, is a nutrient-dense fruit that is a good source of healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamins (especially vitamin K, C, E, and B vitamins), minerals (such as potassium and magnesium), and dietary fiber.
- Jalapeño peppers, the spicy component of the sauce, contain capsaicin, which is responsible for the heat and may offer health benefits like boosting metabolism and providing antioxidant properties.
- This sauce is considered a healthy alternative to many traditional condiments and creamy dressings, as it contains good fats and natural ingredients without any artificial additives or preservatives.
- Due to the high-fat content of avocados, this sauce should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. While avocados are nutritious, they are calorie-dense, and excessive consumption may lead to weight gain if not accounted for in daily caloric intake.
