AIP Friendly Avocado Crab Spread
Creamy, bright, and loaded with sweet lump crab, this spread is the kind of thing that disappears fast at any gathering — and it comes together in minutes with zero cooking required. The base is ripe avocado mashed with fresh lemon juice and zest, which keeps everything vibrant and prevents browning while adding a citrusy lift that makes the whole dish sing. Garlic-infused olive oil brings that savory depth without the raw garlic that can be problematic on an elimination-style protocol, and the combination of turmeric and ginger adds a warm, anti-inflammatory backbone that feels intentional rather than incidental. Fresh chives and parsley round out the flavor with herby brightness, and a handful of cilantro can go in if you're a fan. Because every ingredient here is whole-food and protocol-friendly, there's no label-reading stress or ingredient swaps needed — just clean, satisfying food that actually tastes indulgent. Serve it with cucumber rounds, endive leaves, or cassava crackers for a snack or starter that works for six people without anyone feeling like they're eating "diet food."
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6 servings
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 8 oz lump crab meat, drained and picked over for shells
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Scoop the avocado flesh into a medium mixing bowl. Add the lemon juice and lemon zest, then mash with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining.
- 2
Drizzle in the garlic-infused olive oil and stir to combine.
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