Searing avocado halves in a skillet for four minutes transforms this smoky salad into a creamy treat ... crisp serranos and sweet crab for a creamy alternative to classic tomato gazpacho.

One standout is the salad with crab sticks—delicate ... Moreover, the ingredients can be easily modified, such as adding avocado or green peas, to give it a new character.

To assemble, very gently mix the marinated crab with the diced apple and avocado, being careful not to break up the avocado too much. Place the mixture on top of a nice thick slice of brown soda ...