Description

These Crab Stuffed Avocados are a simple and refreshing appetizer or light lunch. Fresh avocado halves are filled with a flavorful mixture of crab meat, red onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Ingredients

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1 medium avocado
2 tablespoons red onion, chopped
3 ounces crab meat
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cherry tomatoes, diced
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Make crab salad: In a small bowl, combine red onion, lime juice, cilantro, tomatoes, olive oil, crab meat, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
Prepare avocado: Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Peel off the skin. Season with salt and pepper.
Fill and serve: Fill the avocado halves with the crab mixture and serve immediately.

Notes

To prevent browning, brush or sprinkle the avocado with lime juice.
Store leftover stuffed avocados in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 avocado half
Calories: 220kcal
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 30mg