Bay Scallop and Razor Clam Ceviche in Chilled Avocado Soup

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 ripe Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and diced
8 oz. nonfat milk
1 pinch powdered sugar
1 pinch salt
Bay Scallop and Razor Clam Ceviche (see make-ahead recipe below)
Cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)

Bay Scallop and Razor Clam Ceviche

4 oz. bay scallops
4 oz. razor clams, canned
1/2 oz. orange juice
1/2 oz. lemon juice
1/2 oz. grapefruit juice
1/2 oz. lime juice
1/2 oz. cilantro, chopped
1/4 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 roma tomato, seeded and diced
As needed Salt and pepper, to taste
1 oz. Extra virgin olive oil
4 shakes of paprika

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.