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Avocado and Crab Salad

Fresh avocado and lump crab come together in a light, elegant seafood appetizer finished with a bright citrus citronette and clean garde manger presentation.

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Avocado and crab salad plated in avocado shell

Recipe Overview

Avocado and Crab Salad is a clean, elegant appetizer built around creamy avocado, sweet lump crab meat, crisp celery, and onion, finished with a bright citrus citronette. It is fresh, light, and visually appealing, making it ideal for refined seafood menus, warm-weather starters, and polished plated appetizer service.

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Ingredients

Base recipe = 2 servings.
  • 150 g avocado
  • 57 g lump crab meat
  • 100 g lemon juice
  • 2 g salt and pepper
  • 15 g extra virgin olive oil
  • 40 g celery stalk
  • 50 g white onion

Preparation

  1. Remove the avocado pulp and reserve the shells for presentation.
  2. In a bowl, mix the avocado with lump crab, chopped celery, and white onion. Season with salt and pepper and chill for about 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the citrus citronette by blending the juice with salt, white pepper, and extra virgin olive oil until smooth.
  4. Fill the avocado shells with the crab mixture and finish with citronette, diced tomatoes, and parsley for service.

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This appetizer works beautifully as a refreshing first course, seafood luncheon starter, or elegant buffet item where freshness, color, and clean plating are the focus.

Plating Notes

Using the avocado shells gives the dish a natural and elegant presentation. Keep the mixture chilled, handle the crab gently, and finish close to service so the salad stays bright and fresh.

Service Suggestions

  • Serve as a chilled seafood appetizer for spring and summer menus.
  • Pair with crisp mineral white wines.
  • Ideal for light tasting menus, brunches, and upscale buffet service.
Nutrition (per serving, estimate)
Calories280
Protein13 g
Carbohydrates12 g
Fat20 g
Fiber5 g
Cholesterol35 mg
Sodium420 mg