Creamy Avocado Rice
This creamy avocado rice is fresh, fluffy, and packed with flavor. Ripe avocado is blended with lime, garlic, and herbs to create a creamy sauce that coats every grain of rice. It’s simple, comforting, and works perfectly as a side dish or light meal.
The best part? It comes together in about 15 minutes.
Prep Time & Servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
3 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
2 ripe avocados
Juice of 1 lime
1 garlic clove
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (optional for extra creaminess)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
Cherry tomatoes
Corn
Black beans
Grilled chicken
Shrimp
Feta cheese
Chili flakes
Instructions
1. Make the Avocado Sauce
In a blender or food processor, combine:
avocados
lime juice
garlic
herbs
Greek yogurt
olive oil
salt
pepper
Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Mix with Rice
Place the warm cooked rice in a large bowl.
Pour the avocado sauce over the rice and gently mix until every grain is coated.
3. Adjust Seasoning
Taste and add:
more lime juice
salt
pepper
if needed
4. Serve
Serve warm or chilled.
Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy.
Helpful Tips
Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture.
Fresh lime juice keeps the avocado bright and flavorful.
Mix the sauce into warm rice for the best consistency.
If the sauce is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of water.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 6g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Sodium: 180mg