Paraben 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 base comes together with a simple fork mash, keeping just enough texture so every bite has something interesting going on. Garlic-infused olive oil adds a mellow depth, while fresh lemon juice and zest keep things bright and balanced against the richness of the avocado. A pinch of turmeric and ginger give it a subtle warmth that makes this feel like more than your average dip. Because every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food — fresh herbs, citrus, seafood, and good oil — you sidestep the synthetic preservatives and additives that sneak into so many packaged spreads and condiments. Serve it piled onto cucumber rounds or endive leaves for an elegant appetizer, or scoop it up with cassava crackers for something a little more substantial. It's the kind of recipe that looks impressive on a table but takes almost no time to pull together.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!