Pasta Salad With Crab Meat And Shrimp
Summer is the perfect time for a refreshing and flavorful pasta salad. This pasta salad with crab meat and shrimp is not only delicious, but also easy to make. With a combination of fresh seafood, colorful veggies, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next summer cookout or gathering.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of pasta (we recommend fusilli or farfalle)
- 1 pound of cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound of cooked crab meat
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup of sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions, until al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking, prep the veggies and seafood.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked shrimp, crab meat, bell peppers, red onion, black olives, parsley, and basil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain the cooked pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool it down.
- Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the seafood and veggies.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss everything together until everything is well coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pasta salad for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the pasta salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tips:
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked shrimp and crab meat.
- Don't overcook the pasta. Cook it until it's al dente, which means it should still have a bit of bite to it.
- Use a good quality mayonnaise for the dressing, as it will affect the overall flavor of the salad.
- You can customize the veggies and herbs to your liking. Try adding in some diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, or chopped cilantro.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This pasta salad with crab meat and shrimp is a perfect summer dish that's both refreshing and delicious. With its colorful veggies, fresh seafood, and tangy dressing, it's sure to be a hit at any summer gathering. Plus, it's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Give it a try and enjoy!
