Capsaicin Free Crab & Avocado Salad with Citrus Herb Dressing
Sweet, briny crab and buttery avocado are a natural pairing, and this salad brings them together in a way that feels both fresh and a little bit fancy. The citrus herb dressing — built on olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and a warm hint of turmeric and ginger — ties every element together without any heat or spice that could cause problems for those avoiding capsaicin. That means no hot sauce, no chili flakes, no paprika hiding in the mix — just clean, bright flavor from start to finish. Crisp cucumber, celery, and scallion greens add satisfying crunch, while fresh parsley and chives keep the herb profile light and aromatic. The technique of folding the avocado in last with just a few gentle turns is a small but important step that keeps those cubes intact and gorgeous rather than turning the whole bowl green. It comes together in one large mixing bowl with minimal fuss, making it an ideal choice when you want something that looks impressive without a lot of effort. Serve it immediately with lemon wedges for an extra squeeze of brightness right at the table.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 lb lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted, peeled, and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 english cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 4 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, turmeric, ginger, and 1/2 tsp salt until the dressing is smooth and uniform in color.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cucumber, celery, scallion greens, parsley, and chives. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
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