Best 2 Avocado Crabmeat Salad Recipes

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Avocado crabmeat salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a hearty snack, or an elegant appetizer. With its creamy avocado, succulent crabmeat, and crisp vegetables, this salad is a symphony of flavors and textures that is sure to please everyone at your table. Whether you're looking for a simple recipe for a weeknight meal or a more elaborate dish for a special occasion, you're sure to find the perfect avocado crabmeat salad recipe in this article.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AVOCADO CRABMEAT SALAD



Avocado Crabmeat Salad image

You'll reel in compliments with Gail VanGundy's colorful seafood salad. "It makes a pretty side dish," notes the Parker, Colorado cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup flaked crabmeat, cartilage removed or imitation crabmeat
1/2 cup chopped lettuce
1/3 cup diced celery
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and halved

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the crab, lettuce, celery, onion, lemon juice, salt and paprika. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Stir in mayonnaise until combined. Serve in avocado halves.

Nutrition Facts :

AVOCADO STUFFED WITH CRABMEAT MAISON, OR COLD CRAB SALAD



Avocado Stuffed With Crabmeat Maison, or Cold Crab Salad image

I made this recently when our supper club decided to brunch instead of supper; everyone loved it. The recipe comes from a cookbook from one of the oldest and most loved New Orleans fine dining restaurants (Galatoire's); it would be perfect for any brunch or luncheon. It calls for iceberg lettuce, which I usually hate, but they insist on using it b/c the dressing works better, so I did. Also, use very good crabmeat. I am not including the dressing recipe in the ingredients/directions b/c it makes more than you need for this salad, but I am writing it out here b/c it is simple and necessary (and you will want to drizzle it on the finished salad): Creole Mustard Vinaigrette 1/3 c red wine vinegar, 1/2 c creole mustard, 2/3 c vegetable oil, salt and pepper to taste, whisk together in small bowl.

Provided by larchie

Categories     Crab

Time 4h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon creole mustard (or 1 tablespoon any coarse grainy brown mustard)
1 teaspoon lemon juice, fresh
1 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup nonpareil capers, drained
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon parsley, curly, fresh, chopped
salt
white pepper
1 lb lump crabmeat
4 avocados, ripe and soft
creole mustard vinaigrette (see above)
1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into large ribbons
2 large tomatoes, fresh and cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Crabmeat Maison:.
  • Combine egg yolks, vinegar, mustard, and lemon juice in mixing bowl, and whisk together (until well combined); whisk in oil slowly until emulsified (this might work better in food processor, but I did by hand).
  • Fold in capers, parsley, and onions, and season with salt and pepper. Chill for 2 to 4 hours.
  • Shortly before serving, gently fold in crabmeat, taking care not to break any of the lumps; set aside.
  • Stuffed Avocado Salad:.
  • Slice the avocados lengthwise, and remove the pits. Peel and set the 8 halves aside.
  • Create a bed of lettuce on 8 chilled plates. Nest the avocado halves in the center of the lettuce covered plates.
  • Evenly divide the Crabmeat Maison into the cavities of the avocados, forming little mounds.
  • Add a wedge of the tomato to each plate, and drizzle with the Creole Mustard Vinaigrette.
  • Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe avocados. This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your salad.
  • Choose high-quality crabmeat. Fresh or frozen crabmeat is best, but canned crabmeat can also be used.
  • Add some crunch to your salad. Celery, cucumber, and red onion are all great options.
  • Use a light dressing. A vinaigrette or mayonnaise-based dressing is a good choice.
  • Season your salad to taste. Salt, pepper, and lemon juice are all good starting points.

Conclusion:

Avocado crabmeat salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy meal, give avocado crabmeat salad a try!

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