From above, vibrant contrasting colors tease the tastebuds: the dark, rich red of spiced chorizo peeks through a lively mix of bright green lettuce, creamy white chive lime crema, and the bold sprinkle of multicolored salsa verde. The open-faced corn tortilla holds an explosion of summer flavors, ready to be folded and enjoyed.

Summer Fresh Chorizo Tacos with Chive Lime Crema

Name: Summer Fresh Chorizo Tacos with Chive Lime Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Chives finely chopped; 1 pound Chorizo casings removed; 12 pieces Corn tortillas; 2 Lime juiced; 1/2 cup Heavy cream; 4 cups Romaine lettuce shredded; 1/2 cup Salsa verde; 1/2 cup Cilantro leaves for garnish; to taste Salt; to taste Pepper; for sauteing Olive oil

Spicy chorizo, crunch salad and refreshing chive lime crema.

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style Mexican

Technique Sauteing

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily recipe · July 16, 2024

A little about this dish

This recipe cleverly incorporates chives into a refreshing summer take on a Mexican classic, adding a new spin while keeping things cool and light. The chives, mixed into a tangy lime crema, adds a bright, oniony note that plays well with the richer, earthier flavors of the dish.

Ingredients (for 4)

Chives — 1/2 cup — finely chopped
Chorizo — 1 pound — casings removed
Corn tortillas — 12 pieces
Lime — 2 — juiced
Heavy cream — 1/2 cup
Romaine lettuce — 4 cups — shredded
Salsa verde — 1/2 cup
Cilantro leaves — 1/2 cup — for garnish
Salt — to taste
Pepper — to taste
Olive oil — for sauteing

Preparation

Step 1 — 🍋🥣🌱

Whisk together the lime juice and heavy cream until it thickens slightly. Stir in the chopped chives and season with salt and pepper. Set the chive lime crema aside.
Step 2 — 🍳🔥🍖

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chorizo, breaking it apart as it cooks and browns, about 10-12 minutes.
Step 3 — 🔥🌮🔄

Warm the tortillas on both sides in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are soft and pliable.
Step 4 — 🥬🌮🌿

To assemble the tacos, spread a spoonful of the chive lime crema onto each tortilla. Top with a pile of shredded lettuce, a scoop of cooked chorizo, and a drizzle of salsa verde. Garnish with cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.

A final fox tip

For a low-fat version, you can replace the chorizo with a lean protein like chicken or turkey, and use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream in the crema. For a vegan modification, use vegan chorizo and replace the heavy cream with a non-dairy yogurt. Kids can help assemble the tacos and whisk the lime crema.