Mexican Crab Salad : Seafood Salad

crab meat

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: surimi

Canned tuna is lower in calories, while surimi is more affordable.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: avocado spread

Mashed peas provide creaminess with fewer calories.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and widely available.

Prepare the cilantro lime dressing by whisking together dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped shallot, red wine vinegar, lime juice, honey, chili powder, cumin, chopped cilantro, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed.

In a bowl, combine black beans, corn, diced red pepper, and chopped cilantro. Add some vinaigrette and stir gently.

Slice and fan avocado on the plate to create a base for the salad.

Add a scoop of the black bean mixture on top of the avocado.

Prepare the crab by mixing it with diced tomato, lime juice, pepper, and a little salt.

Gently place the crab mixture on top of the salad base.

Garnish with queso fresco and sprigs of cilantro.

Serve with grilled tortillas on the side or quartered as a garnish.

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