Avocado stuffed with crabmeat is an elegant and delicious appetizer or light lunch option. This dish combines the creamy richness of avocado with the delicate flavor of crabmeat and the tangy zip of a flavorful dressing. The result is a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing, perfect for any occasion.
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CRAB AND AVOCADO SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the haricots verts and cook until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking.
- Puree the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives, basil and anchovies in a blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the crabmeat, half of the avocado and about 1 tablespoon of the yogurt dressing in a small bowl. Toss the romaine, croutons, haricots verts and the remaining avocado with the remaining dressing in a large bowl.
- Divide the romaine salad among plates, top with the tomatoes and place some of the crab mixture in the center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 73 milligrams, Sodium 552 milligrams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 22 grams
CRAB-STUFFED AVOCADOS
We enjoy having this creamy and crunchy salad out on our deck on summer evenings. And it goes together in minutes flat! -Gail VanGundy, Parker, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Spoon onto avocado halves. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
AVOCADO STUFFED WITH CRABMEAT MAISON, OR COLD CRAB SALAD
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
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.
CRAB-STUFFED AVOCADOS
An avocado half makes the perfect vessel for this fresh, herb-flecked crab salad. With each spoonful, the rich avocado is the perfect foil to the sweet crabmeat and spicy horseradish dressing.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, horseradish, chives, mustard, vinegar, cayenne, salt and pepper. Just before serving, gently fold the Louisiana crabmeat into the mayonnaise mixture, being careful to not break up the lumps. Drop heaping spoonfuls of the crab mixture into the avocados and scatter greens on top to serve.
AVOCADO STUFFED WITH CRAB-MANGO SALAD
Steps:
- Squeeze the juice from 1 half of the lime into a bowl. Add the olive oil and cilantro and whisk well. Add the mango, red pepper, onion, jalapeno, and lime zest and toss to coat. Gently stir in the crabmeat to keep it from breaking up. Set aside while preparing the avocados.
- Cut the avocados in half and remove pit. Squeeze the remaining lime half over the avocado flesh, using the lime half to spread it evenly, in order to keep them from turning black.
- Toss the crab salad, check for seasoning, and mound into the avocado halves, dividing it evenly. (Use an ice cream scoop for neat, even rounds, if that's your thing.) Serve right away.
AVOCADO CRABMEAT SALAD
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
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 :
CHILLED AVOCADO SOUP WITH CRAB MEAT SALAD
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories project, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 15m
Yield Six servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To make the soup, puree the avocados and garlic in a food processor until smooth. Place in a bowl and whisk in the buttermilk and milk or cream until desired consistency is reached. Depending on the avocado, more or less milk or cream may be needed. Add salt and pepper and chill.
- To make the crab meat salad, combine the lime juice, mustard and salt and pepper in a bowl. Whisk in the olive oil. Stir in the capers and peppercorns. Add the crab meat and toss. Adjust the seasoning and chill.
- Ladle the soup into 6 bowls, add dollops of crab meat salad and garnish with cilantro leaves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1054, UnsaturatedFat 55 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 98 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 38 grams, Sodium 1289 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that are dark green or almost black in color, with no blemishes or bruises.
- Cut avocados evenly: To ensure that the avocado halves are stable and easy to fill, cut them in half lengthwise, around the pit.
- Remove the pit safely: To remove the pit easily, use a spoon to scoop it out, or gently tap the pit with a knife and twist to remove.
- Use fresh crabmeat: For the best flavor and texture, use fresh crabmeat for the filling. You can find fresh crabmeat at seafood markets or in the seafood section of grocery stores.
- Make the filling ahead of time: The crabmeat filling can be made up to a day in advance, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wedges: Before serving, garnish the avocado halves with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro, or with lemon wedges for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Avocado stuffed with crabmeat is a delicious and elegant appetizer or light meal that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy avocado filling and succulent crabmeat, this dish is sure to impress your guests. Whether you prefer a classic crabmeat salad filling or a more adventurous option like avocado-crabmeat mousse, there is a recipe in this article to suit your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer or meal, give avocado stuffed with crabmeat a try - you won't be disappointed!
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