Crab and Avocado Salad
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this fresh and zesty Crab and Avocado Salad, a delightful combination of tender lump crab meat and creamy avocado, perfectly balanced with a tangy lime dressing. This no-cook recipe is bursting with color, featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp mixed greens, and fragrant cilantro, all enhanced by the subtle crunch of red onion. Ready in just 15 minutes, it delivers restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're serving it as a light lunch, a sophisticated appetizer, or a refreshing dinner option, this easy-to-make salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients, this dish is a seafood lover's dream and a must-try for hosting or weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Lump crab meat
- 2 whole Avocado
- 1 whole Lime
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 4 cups Mixed greens
Instructions
Step 1: In a medium bowl, gently pick through the lump crab meat to remove any shells or cartilage. Set aside.
Step 2: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a separate bowl. Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3: Zest and juice the lime. Add both the zest and juice directly to the avocado, and gently toss to coat the avocado pieces. This prevents browning and adds a citrusy flavor.
Step 4: Finely chop the fresh cilantro and mince the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the avocado.
Step 5: Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the avocado mixture.
Step 6: Drizzle the olive oil over the ingredients in the bowl. Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper, and gently mix everything to combine.
Step 7: Fold the lump crab meat into the avocado mixture carefully so that the crab remains intact and doesn’t break apart.
Step 8: On a large serving platter or individual plates, arrange the mixed greens as a base.
Step 9: Spoon the crab and avocado mixture over the mixed greens, dividing evenly among the servings.
Step 10: Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and delicious salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.8 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 2167 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3173 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
