Chilled Avocado Soup with Crab meat Salad Recipe

Name: Chilled Avocado Soup with Crab meat Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 avocados, peeled and pitted; 1 clove garlic; 2 cups buttermilk; 4 cups milk or light cream; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Fresh cilantro, for garnish; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard; 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste; 1/2 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons capers, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons pink peppercorns, ground; 1 pound fresh lump crab meat, picked over for shells

Servings: persons

6 avocados, peeled and pitted
1 clove garlic
2 cups buttermilk
4 cups milk or light cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons capers, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons pink peppercorns, ground
1 pound fresh lump crab meat, picked over for shells

1
To make the soup, puree the avocados and garlic in a food processor until smooth.
2
Place in a bowl and whisk in the buttermilk and milk or cream until desired consistency is reached.
3
Depending on the avocado, more or less milk or cream may be needed.
4
Add salt and pepper and chill.
5
To make the crab meat salad, combine the lime juice, mustard and salt and pepper in a bowl.
6
Whisk in the olive oil.
7
Stir in the capers and peppercorns.
8
Add the crab meat and toss.
9
Adjust the seasoning and chill.
10
Ladle the soup into 6 bowls, add dollops of crab meat salad and garnish with cilantro leaves.

1911

kcal

Calories

208

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 avocados, peeled and pitted, 1 clove garlic, 2 cups buttermilk, 4 cups milk or light cream, and more.

Yes, Chilled Avocado Soup with Crab meat Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chilled Avocado Soup with Crab meat Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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