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crab avocado lettuce wraps

Crab-Avocado Lettuce Wraps

Nut-Free
Pescatarian

Delicate and refreshing, these wraps are perfect for a hot summer evening.

By Craig Cox | Experience Life
crab avocado lettuce wraps
  • Makes4 servings
  • Prep Time20 minutes
  • Cook Time0 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbs. lemon juice, plus more for serving
  • 1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tbs. finely diced red bell pepper
  • 1 rib celery, finely diced
  • ½ cup drained canned sweet corn
  • 1 cup lump crabmeat
  • 1 head butter lettuce, leaves washed and patted dry
  • 3 tbs. minced green onion
  • Flaky salt, to taste

Directions

STEP 1
In a food processor, purée half the avocado with the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Old Bay. Dice the other half of the avocado.
STEP 2
In a large bowl, mix the avocado mayo with the diced avocado, bell pepper, celery, and sweet corn. Fold in the crabmeat gently, to keep it in large pieces.
STEP 3
Wrap the crab mixture in the lettuce leaves and top with the green onions, a squeeze of lemon, and a sprinkle of flaky salt, and serve.

Photography: Terry Brennan

Craig Cox
By Craig Cox

Craig Cox is an Experience Life deputy editor who explores the joys and challenges of healthy aging.

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