Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Crab Stuffed Avocados, where creamy avocado meets tender crab, all enhanced by zesty lime and fresh herbs. This delightful dish is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, transforming simple ingredients into an eye-catching appetizer that will impress your guests. Each bite offers a tantalizing blend of textures and tastes, making it a must-try for any seafood lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh lump crab meat
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Slice each avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out some flesh to create space for stuffing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes. Mix until well combined.
- Generously fill each avocado half with the crab mixture.
- Drizzle with additional lime juice or garnish with more cilantro as desired.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg