California Avocado Dungeness Crab Tower

Serves: 4

Ingredients

8 oz. fresh Dungeness crab meat
3 oz. Roma tomato, seeded, finely diced
3 oz. English cucumber, seeded, finely diced
1 Tbsp. Italian parsley, chopped
2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
As needed Salt and white pepper to taste
2 Fresh California Avocados**
As needed Basil Vinaigrette (recipe follows)

Basil Vinaigrette (Yield: 1/3 cup)

10 basil leaves
2 oz. Extra virgin olive oil
1 oz. white wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. shallot, chopped
2 Tbsp. Fresh California Avocado
Pinch of granulated sugar
As needed Salt and white pepper to taste

*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.