Crab Cakes & Avocado Salsa

Crab cakes are a popular dish in many coastal regions and are often associated with Maryland in the United States.

This is gluten free, high protein, low carb and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 19.

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Crab Cakes & Avocado Salsa

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American, Seafood Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Seafood Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Low Carb

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Crab meat
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoon Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 large Egg
• 2 chopped Green onions
• ¹⁄₂ finely diced Red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 ripe Avocado
• 1 diced Tomato
• ¹⁄₄ finely chopped Red onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Garlic powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, egg, green onions, red bell pepper, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Shape the mixture into patties and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the avocado salsa by combining diced avocado, tomato, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
5. Serve the crab cakes with the avocado salsa on top.
6. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.