Crab Stuffed Avocado
Elevate your appetizer or light lunch game with this irresistible Crab Stuffed Avocado recipe—a creamy and luxurious dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfectly ripe avocados are halved and filled with a decadent mixture of jumbo lump crabmeat, tangy lime juice, zesty Dijon mustard, and a hint of heat from paprika and optional red chili flakes. Fresh herbs like chives and cilantro add a vibrant, aromatic finish, while the mashed avocado blended into the crab filling creates a luscious texture. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this elegant dish is perfect for entertaining or as a refreshing low-carb option that's as bold in flavor as it is beautiful on the plate. Serve it with lime wedges for an extra citrusy zing and enjoy the perfect balance of rich, creamy, and fresh flavors.
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Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe avocados
- 200 grams jumbo lump crabmeat
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Carefully slice the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits. Use a spoon to scoop out a portion of the flesh, leaving a border of about 1/4 inch. Reserve the scooped-out avocado in a small bowl.
Step 2
Mash the scooped-out avocado lightly with a fork, then set it aside.
Step 3
In a mixing bowl, combine the jumbo lump crabmeat, mayonnaise, lime juice, dijon mustard, chopped chives, chopped cilantro, salt, black pepper, paprika, and red chili flakes (if using). Gently fold the mixture to ensure the crabmeat stays intact.
Step 4
Add the lightly mashed avocado to the crab mixture and fold gently to combine.
Step 5
Fill each avocado half generously with the crab mixture, mounding it slightly for presentation.
Step 6
Garnish with additional chopped chives or paprika, if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately as is or with a side of lime wedges for extra zest.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (589.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1044.3 |
| Total Fat 81.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 233.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2177.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.4g | |
| Protein 51.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 191.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2186.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories