Southwestern Crab Salad Salsa Dip 🦀🥑🍅
Introduction:
Indulge in the flavors of the Southwestern U.S. with this delightful Southwestern Crab Salad Salsa Dip recipe. Perfect for lunch, snacks, potlucks, or summer gatherings, this dip brings together the freshness of tomatoes, the creaminess of avocado, and the zest of lime juice, all complemented by the savory taste of crab. It’s easy to make, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, and is sure to be a hit at any occasion!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 43.6
- Fat: 3.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 3.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.1g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 0.7g
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado 🥑
- 1 green onion 🧅
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 🌿
- 2 medium tomatoes 🍅
- Juice of 2 limes 🍋
- Salt, to taste 🧂
- 8 oz. crab meat 🦀
- Tortilla chips, for serving 🌮
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dice tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro: Begin by finely dicing the tomatoes, green onions, and fresh cilantro leaves. |
| 2 | Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro. |
| 3 | Prepare avocado: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop out the flesh. Cut the avocado into small squares. |
| 4 | Add avocado to the bowl: Gently fold the diced avocado into the tomato mixture in the bowl. |
| 5 | Incorporate crab meat: Add the crab meat to the bowl, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture. |
| 6 | Squeeze lime juice: Squeeze the juice of two limes over the mixture. Adjust the amount according to your taste preference. |
| 7 | Season with salt: Sprinkle salt over the dip, tasting as you go until you reach your desired level of seasoning. |
| 8 | Mix well: Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are well combined. |
| 9 | Serve: Transfer the Southwestern Crab Salad Salsa Dip to a serving dish and garnish with additional cilantro leaves if desired. Serve alongside tortilla chips for dipping. |
Enjoy!
Now, your Southwestern Crab Salad Salsa Dip is ready to be enjoyed! Serve it up at your next gathering or enjoy it as a flavorful snack any time of the day. The combination of fresh ingredients and zesty flavors is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
