Pasta Salad with Crab – Creamy, Refreshing & Delicious Seafood
Creamy cold pasta salad with crab meatLight, refreshing, and protein-rich dishPerfect for summer meals and partiesMade with pasta, crab, and creamy dressingEasy to prepare and customizableServed chilled for best taste
Ingredients
- 2 cups pasta (shells, rotini, or elbow)
- 200–250g crab meat (real or imitation crab)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber or bell peppers
- 1–2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and cool.
- Prepare crab meat by shredding or chopping into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, and lemon juice.
- Add cooled pasta and crab meat to the dressing.
- Mix in chopped vegetables and herbs.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Stir gently until well coated.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve cold and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Always cool pasta before mixing to avoid sogginess.
- Imitation crab is more budget-friendly than real crab.
- Fresh lemon juice enhances flavor.
- Chill before serving for best taste.
- Do not overmix to maintain texture.
- Add vegetables for crunch and freshness.
- Best consumed within 24–48 hours.
- Store in airtight container in refrigerator.