Description
A fresh and flavorful Crab Stuffed Avocados recipe that combines creamy avocado halves with a zesty crab meat filling, perfect for a light and quick appetizer or lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Avocado Stuffed Base
- 1 medium avocado
Crab Filling
- 3 ounces crab meat
- 2 tablespoons red onion, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Avocado: Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out a small portion of the flesh to create a cavity for the filling, taking care to keep the avocado halves intact.
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, chopped red onion, lime juice, fresh cilantro, diced cherry tomatoes, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently stir the mixture until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined and evenly mixed without mashing the crab or avocado.
- Stuff Avocados: Spoon the crab mixture carefully into the avocado halves, filling each cavity generously.
- Serve: Serve immediately for the best freshness, optionally garnished with additional cilantro or lime wedges to enhance the flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh crab meat for the best texture and flavor.
- Serve immediately to prevent avocado from browning.
- Optional garnishes can include extra cilantro or lime wedges.
- For extra zest, add a dash of chili flakes or hot sauce to the filling.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and low in calories.
