Best Crabmeat And Avocado Profiteroles Recipes

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CRAB-STUFFED AVOCADOS



Crab-Stuffed Avocados image

We enjoy having this creamy and crunchy salad out on our deck on summer evenings. And it goes together in minutes flat! -Gail VanGundy, Parker, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup shredded lettuce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 medium ripe avocado, halved and pitted

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Spoon onto avocado halves. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

CRAB AND AVOCADO DUET



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ripe avocado
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch white pepper
1/2 pound lump crabmeat
2 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Pit and peel the avocado and cut it into 1/2-inch chunks. In a small bowl toss the avocado chunks gently with 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice and season with salt to taste. In a medium bowl, whisk together remaining lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, pinch of white pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add crabmeat and toss.
  • Stand an empty 15-ounce can with both top and bottom removed on a serving plate. Scoop a quarter of the avocado into the can. Place 1/4 of the crabmeat on top and press down gently into the mold. Gently pull the can off the avocado and crab mixture. Garnish with a half teaspoon of chives. Repeat with the remaining 3 servings and serve.
  • Excellent source of: Protein
  • Good source of: Fiber, Vitamin C, Folate, Vitamin K, Potassium

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 65 milligrams, Sodium 390 milligrams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 15 grams

CRAB AND AVOCADO CROSTINI



Crab and Avocado Crostini image

Provided by Brian Boitano

Categories     appetizer

Time 28m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 loaf ficelle or thin French baguette
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1/4 cup
1 Meyer lemon, juiced
Salt and fresh ground black pepper
1 yellow pepper, seeds removed and diced
1 avocado, halved, pitted and flesh diced
1 shallot, finely diced
8 ounces lump crabmeat

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Slice the bread into 1/2-inch thick slices. Lightly brush the bread slices with the 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Arrange the bread on a baking sheet fitted with a rack and bake until lightly toasted, about 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool before topping with the crab mixture.
  • In a large bowl whisk together the lemon juice, 1/4 cup of olive oil and salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
  • Add the yellow pepper, the avocado, shallot and the crabmeat to the lemon vinaigrette and toss gently, so as to not break up the crabmeat. Top the bread slices with about a tablespoon of the crab mixture and arrange on a serving platter.

AVOCADO CRAB BOATS



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These boats are wonderful with tortilla chips, beans or rice. You can also cover them, pack them on ice, and take them to a picnic or potluck. Straight from the oven or cold, they're always delicious. -Frances Benthin, Scio, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 medium ripe avocados, peeled and halved
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
2 tablespoons minced chives
1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Place 2 avocado halves in a large bowl; mash lightly with a fork. Add mayonnaise and lemon juice; mix until well blended. Stir in crab, 3 tablespoons cilantro, chives, serrano pepper, capers and pepper. Spoon into remaining avocado halves., Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika. Broil 4-5 in. from heat until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro; serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 427mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

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