Best 4 Crab Stuffed Avocado Half Shells Recipes

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Crab stuffed avocado half shells are a delightful and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or light lunch. This innovative dish combines the creamy richness of avocado with the delicate flavor of crab meat to create an unforgettable culinary experience. However, with so many variations and personal preferences, finding the best crab stuffed avocado half shell recipe can be a daunting task. To help simplify your search, we have compiled a comprehensive guide that will help you discover the perfect recipe to suit your culinary needs and taste buds.

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

CRAB-STUFFED AVOCADOS



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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

1 cup mayonnaise
Juice of 2 lemons
¼ cup prepared horseradish
2 tsp. chopped fresh chives
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. white wine vinegar
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1½ tsp. salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 lb. Louisiana jumbo lump crabmeat
4 avocados, halved and pitted
Baby greens for garnish

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.

CRAB-STUFFED AVOCADOS



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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

1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup shredded lettuce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 medium ripe avocado, halved and pitted

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 CRAB



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This is another recipe out of our local KCTS cookbook called "Favorite Recipes". It was sent in by a viewer in Kirkland, Washington.

Provided by teresas

Categories     Crab

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 avocados, ripe and large
1 cup crabmeat, cooked
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 hard-boiled eggs
4 green olives, whole
2 whole dungeness crab legs (to garnish) (optional)
iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup chili sauce, bottled
2 whole green onions, chopped
2 tables olives, sliced
2 teaspoons lemon juice, fresh
2 tablespoons sweet pickled relish
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 egg, hard-boiled gated
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Carefully peel the avocados, then cut in half lengthwise. Or you can keep the peel on.
  • Sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
  • Set each half on a plate filled with lettuce.
  • Combine flaked crab meat, celery, onion, lemon juice and mayonnaise.
  • Season with a dash of salt.
  • Fill hollow of each avocado with crab mixture.
  • Top crab mound with dressing and garnish each pile with whole crab legs and quarters of hard-boiled egg.
  • Sprinkle all with a dash of paprika an top with ripe olive's.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.8, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 139.8, Sodium 491.9, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 9, Sugar 6.5, Protein 7.7

CRAB-STUFFED AVOCADOS



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Stuffing the cavity of a halved avocado has to be one of the easiest ways to serve it, and this crab filling can be made ahead

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dinner, Starter

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

100g white crabmeat
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp olive oil
handful basil leaves, shredded with a few of the smaller leaves left whole, to serve
1 red chilli , deseeded and chopped
2 avocados

Steps:

  • To make the crab mix, flake the crabmeat into a small bowl and mix in the mustard and oil, then season to taste. Can be made the day ahead. Add the basil and chilli just before serving.
  • To serve, halve and stone the avocados. Fill each cavity with a quarter of the crab mix, scatter with a few of the smaller basil leaves and eat with teaspoons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.41 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that are slightly soft when gently squeezed. Avoid avocados that are too hard or have bruises or blemishes.
  • Use fresh crab meat: Fresh crab meat has a sweeter and more delicate flavor than canned or frozen crab meat. If you're using frozen crab meat, thaw it completely before using.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat: Crab meat cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked crab meat will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the crab salad: Overmixing the crab salad will make it tough. Gently fold the ingredients together until they are just combined.
  • Chill the crab salad before serving: Chilling the crab salad for at least 30 minutes before serving will help the flavors to meld and will make it easier to handle.
  • Serve the crab salad on a bed of lettuce or avocado slices: This will help to keep the crab salad from becoming too dry.

Conclusion:

Crab stuffed avocado half-shells are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or light meal. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is both impressive and delicious.

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