Cinnamon Free Avocado Crab Spread
Creamy avocado meets sweet, tender lump crab in a spread that feels genuinely luxurious without requiring much effort at all. The garlic-infused olive oil adds a subtle depth, while fresh lemon juice and zest keep everything bright and balanced. A pinch of turmeric and ground ginger bring gentle warmth and a gorgeous golden hue — no cinnamon or other sweet spices anywhere in sight, which makes this a reliable go-to when you need to avoid that particular ingredient hiding in otherwise savory dishes. Folding the crab in gently rather than blending it fully means you get satisfying chunks of seafood in every bite. Fresh chives and parsley round out the flavor with a clean, herby finish, and a handful of cilantro can go in if you're a fan. Pile it onto cucumber rounds, scoop it up with endive leaves, or spread it across cassava crackers for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that looks far more impressive than the effort involved.
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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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