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Crab Pasta Salad Recipe

Author: Evelyn Petrie
A refreshing and creamy pasta salad featuring crab, perfect for summer gatherings or light lunches.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz Medium Pasta Shells
  • ¾ cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • ¾ cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill
  • 16 oz Crab or Imitation Crab Meat Cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 ½ cups Celery Finely chopped for crunch.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • ½ cup Red Onion Finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Pasta
    Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until cooled.
  • Prepare the Dressing
    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and dill. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Mix Salad Ingredients
    Add the cooled pasta, crab, celery, peas, bell pepper, and red onion. Stir well to coat all ingredients with the dressing.
  • Chill Before Serving
    Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the salad for enhanced flavors.
  • To prevent mushy pasta, rinse immediately after cooking.
  • The salad tastes better the next day.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Crab Pasta Salad
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