Pasta Salad With Shrimp And Crab Meat
Pasta salad is a perfect dish for any time of year, but especially during the warmer months when you want something light and refreshing to eat. This recipe combines the flavors of shrimp and crab meat with pasta to create a mouth-watering dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this pasta salad with shrimp and crab meat:
- 1 lb. pasta (penne or fusilli work well)
- 1 lb. cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb. cooked crab meat
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp. sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Now that you have all the ingredients, it's time to start cooking your pasta salad with shrimp and crab meat. Here's how:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, crab meat, red onion, red bell pepper, parsley, basil, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the dressing to the bowl with the shrimp and crab meat mixture and toss to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta to the bowl and toss everything together until well combined.
- Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Variations
If you want to mix things up a bit, here are some variations you can try:
- Replace the shrimp and crab meat with cooked chicken or tuna.
- Add some diced cucumber and cherry tomatoes for extra crunch.
- Replace the mayonnaise and sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier version.
- Add some crumbled feta cheese for an extra burst of flavor.
Final Thoughts
This pasta salad with shrimp and crab meat is a perfect dish to serve at your next gathering or potluck. It's easy to make, can be prepared ahead of time, and is sure to impress your guests. With its delicious combination of flavors and textures, this pasta salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
