Creamy Avocado & Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Plump cremini mushrooms filled with a rich mixture of mashed avocado, lump crab, and fresh herbs, baked until golden and creamy for a luxurious low-carb appetizer. This american-inspired keto (gluten-free) ready in about 33 minutes pairs medium Cremini mushrooms, medium Avocado, Lump crab for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 medium Cremini mushrooms
- 1 medium Avocado
- 4 oz Lump crab
- 2 oz Cream cheese
- 1/2 Lemon
- 1 tsp Dill
- 1 tbsp Chives
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Clean the mushrooms by gently removing the stems and scraping out the gills with a small spoon; set the caps aside and finely chop the stems (reserve for another use).
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mash the 1 medium avocado with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and the juice of 1/2 lemon until smooth. Add 2 oz cream cheese, 4 oz lump crab, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp fresh dill, and 1 tbsp chopped chives; mix until well combined and creamy.
- Step 3: Spoon the avocado-crab mixture evenly into the mushroom caps, filling each about 3/4 full. Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-18 minutes until the filling is heated through and the mushroom edges are slightly crispy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Avocado & Crab Stuffed Mushrooms take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Avocado & Crab Stuffed Mushrooms?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium cremini mushrooms from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Avocado & Crab Stuffed Mushrooms?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Avocado & Crab Stuffed Mushrooms for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Avocado & Crab Stuffed Mushrooms gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
