Best 7 Crabby Avocado Salad Recipes

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Discover a culinary delight that combines the delicate sweetness of crab with the creamy richness of avocado in a refreshing and vibrant salad. This delightful dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Dive into the world of crab and avocado harmony, as we guide you through the steps of creating this exquisite salad.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO AND LUMP CRAB SALAD



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This stuffed avocado and lump crab salad is light and fresh, made with lime juice, olive oil, cilantro and red onion. So quick because there is no cooking involved!

Provided by Gina

Categories     Appetizer     Lunch

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium Hass avocado (about 5 oz avocado)
4 oz lump crab meat
2 tbsp chopped red onion
1 1/2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
2 grape tomatoes (diced)
1/2 tsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt and fresh black pepper
2 leaves butter lettuce (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine onion, lime juice, cilantro, tomato, olive oil, 1/8 tsp salt and fresh pepper, to taste.
  • Add crab meat and gently toss.
  • Cut the avocado open, remove pit and peel the skin or spoon the avocado out.
  • Season with remaining 1/8 tsp salt and fill the avocado halves equally with crab salad.
  • This makes 2 servings, place on two plates with lettuce if you wish and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 avocado half w/ crab meat, Calories 178 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 9.5 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 447 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 1 g

CRAB AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH JAPANESE DRESSING



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This is another one of those salads that my husband doesn't notice is a salad and that we eat fairly often at home. Now that I can find good, fresh tubs of crabmeat at the supermarket I can really rely on this as a table and tummy filler when I don't have much time for slow, store-by-specialist-store shopping. The quantities below provide generous amounts for four people, so this is the sort of starter that you can use to save you coming up with enormous amounts later on in the evening. I often halve it for a quick supper for the two of us at home, or when it's me and a girlfriend and a chilled bottle of rose.

Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons mirin
1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Few drops sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon Maldon/kosher salt or 1/4 teaspoon regular salt
1 long red chile pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
1 1/4 cups crabmeat
Approximately 1 teaspoon lime juice
5 cups rocket salad
1 ripe avocado
1 to 2 teaspoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • In a bowl that will take the crabmeat later, whisk together the mirin, wasabi, rice vinegar, sesame oil and salt. Then remove around 4 teaspoons to another big bowl that will fit your salad in later.
  • To the first, more generous amount of dressing, add the finely chopped chile and then the crabmeat, and fork through to mix thoroughly.
  • To the small amount of dressing in the other bowl, add the lime juice and then the salad leaves and toss well to mix before arranging on 4 plates.
  • Spoon a quarter of the mixture into a regular metal kitchen third-cup measure, squishing down to get it all in, then take it over to a salad-lined plate and unmold in the center of it. Just turn over, tap and the crabmeat should fall out. Continue with the remaining 3/4 of the crabmeat and the 3 other plates.
  • Using a rounded half spoon measure, scoop out curls or humps of avocado and dot around on top of the salady bits. Spritz with a little lime juice.
  • Sprinkle the chopped chives over the 4 mounds of crab and take the plates to the table.

AVOCADO CRABMEAT SALAD



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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 :

CRAB AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt
1/2 pound haricots verts or green beans, halved
2/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt
3 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3 anchovy fillets, chopped
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound lump or claw crabmeat
1 Hass avocado, halved, pitted and diced
3 romaine hearts, chopped
1 1/2 cups whole-wheat croutons
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

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 SALAD IN AVOCADO HALVES



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Make and share this Crab Salad in Avocado Halves recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup finely-chopped red onion
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
3 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon lime zest
1 cup crabmeat
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 large ripe avocado, halved pitted, and peeled
lime wedge, toserve

Steps:

  • Stir red onion, mayonnaise, coriander, 2 teaspoons lime juice, cumin and lime peel in medium bowl to blend. Mix in crabmeat. Season salad with salt and pepper.
  • Brush avocado halves with remaining 1 teaspoon lime juice to prevent discoloration. Arrange avocado halves, cut-side up, on plates. Mound crab salad on each avocado half.
  • Serve salad with lime wedges.
  • .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.8, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 5.7, Sodium 167.8, Carbohydrate 19, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 3

CRAB CAKES WITH AVOCADO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Ginger     Fry     Lunch     Lime     Crab     Spice     Avocado     Spring     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons corn oil
1 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 cup chopped tomato
8 ounces crabmeat, well drained
1 1/2 cupspanko (Japanese breadcrumbs)*
6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
5 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 egg, beaten to blend
2 small avocados, peeled, pitted, diced

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy small skillet over medium heat. Add 3/4 cup onions, ginger, and garlic; sauté 5 minutes. Add cumin and tumeric, then 1/4 tomato; sauté 1 minute. Transfer to medium bowl and cool.
  • Add crab, 1/2 cup panko, 4 tablespoons cilantro, 3 teaspoons lime juice, chives, 1/2 teaspoon lime peel, and cayenne to onion mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in egg. Form into four 3- to 3 1/2-inch-diameter patties. Place 1 cup panko on plate. Coat crab cakes with crumbs pressing to adhere. Transfer to another plate. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Mix 1/4 cup onion, 1/4 cup tomato, 2 tablespoons cilantro, 2 teaspoons lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon lime peel in medium bowl. Add avocados and toss to coat. Cover; chill up to 2 hours.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add crabcakes; cook until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Serve with avocado salad.
  • *Available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.

CRABBY AVOCADO SALAD



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This is from a South Beach cookbook, but I like it with imitation crabmeat a lot better. The original recipe also calls for the jarred roasted red peppers but I find I don't really miss it if I don't have them. One of my favourites and it's even good thrown in a tortilla with a little lettuce for a sandwich! I will say though, it doesn't keep that well - eat it the day you make it as it get kind of watery and the avocado gets a little mushy the next day. I also usually just wing it with the cayenne, depending how much spice I feel like and I add more cilantro sometimes because I love it!

Provided by Cadillacgirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon roasted red pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 lb crabmeat
1 large avocado, ripe, pitted, peeled, and cubed

Steps:

  • Combine, mayo, cilantro, red pepper, lime juice, and cayenne in a medium, non-reactive mixing bowl.
  • Mix in crabmeat well then gently fold in the avocado and serve!

Tips:

  • Fresh ingredients: Use the freshest possible ingredients for the best flavor. Look for ripe avocados, sweet lump crab meat, and crisp celery and onion.
  • Flake the crab meat gently: Use a fork to gently flake the crab meat, taking care not to break it up too much.
  • Use a sharp knife to dice the vegetables: This will help to prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Serve the salad chilled: This will help to keep the avocado from browning.

Conclusion:

This crab and avocado salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be served as a main course or a side dish. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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