Walnut 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 lemon juice and zest brighten everything up, while garlic-infused olive oil adds a subtle depth that makes this taste far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. A pinch of turmeric and ground ginger give it a warm, golden hue and a gentle spice that keeps every bite interesting. Fresh chives and parsley fold right in, and a handful of cilantro at the end is a welcome finishing touch if you're into it. Spreads and dips can be tricky territory when you're navigating nut-free eating — store-bought versions sometimes sneak in unexpected oils or shared-facility warnings — but every single ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. Serve it piled onto cucumber rounds, scooped into endive leaves, or loaded onto cassava crackers for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that looks like you put in way more work than you actually did.
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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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