Oats Free Avocado Crab Spread
Creamy, bright, and packed with real crab, this spread is the kind of thing that disappears fast at any gathering. Ripe avocados get mashed with fresh lemon juice and zest, then folded together with lump crab meat, chives, parsley, and a warm hint of turmeric and ginger — it's layered and interesting without being fussy. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of oats and oat derivatives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. The garlic-infused olive oil adds a subtle depth that ties the whole thing together beautifully. Serve it with cucumber rounds, endive leaves, or cassava crackers for a completely satisfying bite that keeps the whole spread safe and delicious. It comes together in minutes with just a fork and a bowl, making it an effortless go-to for appetizers, snacks, or light lunches.
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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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