Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Best Creamy Seafood Pasta Salad, a vibrant dish that perfectly blends tender pasta with succulent seafood, zesty dressing, and fresh veggies. This creamy salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a crowd-pleaser for any gathering, whether it’s a summer barbecue or a cozy family meal. Ready in just under 30 minutes, it’s an effortless way to impress your guests with minimal effort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cooked shrimp (medium-sized)
- 1 cup lump crab meat (canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ¼ cup green onions (chopped)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp dill weed (fresh or dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, rinse the cooked shrimp and crab meat. If using raw shrimp, sauté them in olive oil until pink and opaque.
- Dice cherry tomatoes and chop green onions.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill weed, salt, pepper, and optional Old Bay seasoning until smooth.
- Add cooled pasta, seafood, and vegetables into the bowl; gently toss to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg