Description
This Creamy Crab Pasta Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish perfect for a light meal or a side at a gathering. Tender pasta, succulent crab meat, and crisp vegetables are coated in a creamy dressing with a hint of tanginess, creating a flavorsome salad that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Pasta Salad:
- 8 oz. pasta, such as rotini or bowtie
- 1 lb. lump crab meat
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Creamy Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Prepare the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, lump crab meat, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour the creamy dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables or add-ins based on your preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
