Avocado and Crab Salad with Lemon and Lime
This refreshing salad is a perfect summer appetizer or light lunch. The creamy avocado and delicate crab meat are complemented by the bright acidity of lemon and lime juice, while the red onion and cilantro add a touch of sharpness and freshness. It's a simple dish to make, but the flavors are complex and satisfying.
Avocados and crab are a classic combination, but this salad takes it to the next level with the addition of lemon and lime juice. The acidity of the citrus fruits brightens up the flavors of the avocado and crab, and also helps to prevent the avocado from browning. I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a light and refreshing summer salad. I had some leftover avocado and crab meat, and I wanted to find a way to use them up. I started by combining the avocado, crab meat, and some chopped red onion and cilantro in a bowl. Then, I added a squeeze of lemon and lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. I stirred everything together and tasted it. It was good, but it needed something more. I decided to add some chopped fresh cilantro, and that did the trick. The cilantro added a touch of brightness and freshness to the salad, and it really brought all of the flavors together.
Avocado and Crab Salad with Lemon and Lime Avocado and Crab Salad with Lemon and Lime Avocado and Crab Salad with Lemon and Lime Avocado and Crab Salad with Lemon and Lime
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1/2 large ripe avocado, pitted and cubed
  • 1/2 cup flaked crab meat
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine the avocado, crab meat, red onion, cilantro, lemon juice, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Why It Works
  • The combination of avocado and crab is a classic for a reason. The creamy avocado and delicate crab meat complement each other perfectly.
  • The addition of lemon and lime juice brightens up the flavors of the avocado and crab, and also helps to prevent the avocado from browning.
  • The red onion and cilantro add a touch of sharpness and freshness to the salad.
  • This salad is easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover avocado and crab meat.