Gluten Free Avocado Crab Spread
Creamy, bright, and loaded with real lump crab, this spread is the kind of appetizer that disappears fast at any gathering. Ripe avocados form a rich, naturally buttery base that gets lifted by fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a drizzle of garlic-infused olive oil — no fillers, no flour, nothing that doesn't belong. A pinch of turmeric and ground ginger give it a subtle warmth that makes the whole thing feel a little more interesting than your average dip. Chives, parsley, and optional cilantro keep it fresh and herbaceous without overwhelming the delicate sweetness of the crab. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, so there's no swapping or substituting required — just straightforward, clean cooking. Serve it with cucumber rounds, endive leaves, or cassava crackers and you've got an elegant, crowd-pleasing spread that works for a casual snack or a dressed-up party table.
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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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