Caribbean Crab Pasta Salad Recipes

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CRAB PASTA SALAD



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A blend of diced veggies, seasoning, and imitation crab meat are mixed with pasta shells in a creamy dressing. This seafood crab pasta salad is best served chilled and is an ideal BBQ side dish, or potluck recipe idea.

Provided by Amy Desrosiers

Categories     Salad

Time 4h22m

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces pasta shells (medium size )
8 ounces imitation crab meat (flake style, shredded )
3/4 cup red bell pepper (diced )
4 tbsps red onion (diced)
2 celery ribs (diced )
3/4 cup salad dressing (Miracle Whip or store brand labeled "salad dressing")
1 cup mayo
3 tbsps whole milk
3 tbsps white wine vinegar
2 tbsps granulated sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp old bay seasoning

Steps:

  • Boil pasta until al dente. Once tender, remove from heat, strain, and rinse with cold water until pasta is cool. Drain excess water.
  • Chop all veggies and mince crab meat.
  • Add ingredients to a large bowl with the dressings, mayo, spices, and pasta.
  • Mix well and cover tightly. Place in the fridge for 4 hours.
  • Unwrap cover and mix well before serving. You will notice the pasta will have sucked up about 50% of the dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 267 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 472 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g

CREAMY CRAB AND PASTA SALAD



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Crabmeat and pasta are tossed with a creamy seasoned sauce in this great chilled salad.

Provided by dakota kelly

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (12 ounce) package uncooked pasta shells
½ cup light sour cream
½ cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound cooked crabmeat
½ cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • In a bowl, blend the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey mustard, and dill. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, sour cream mixture, crabmeat, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and green onions. Cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 504.1 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

CARIBBEAN CRABMEAT SALAD



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This tart, sweet salad adds a delightful blend of colors and flavors to any table. -Patrisha Thompson, Sterling, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 13 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
3/4 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a serving bowl, combine the pineapple, crab, red and jalapeno peppers and cilantro., Drain and rinse pasta in cold water; add to crab mixture. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FAVORITE CRAB PASTA SALAD



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Wanda, a lady at work, made this for a party and boy, did it catch on fast! It's especially good for summer picnics and barbecues. -Cheryl Seweryn, Lemont, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
1 pound creamy coleslaw
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 teaspoon dill weed
Dash salt
2 cups chopped imitation crabmeat

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large serving bowl, combine the coleslaw, mayonnaise, onion, dill and salt. Stir in crab., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Add to coleslaw mixture; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 508mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

PASTA CRAB SALAD



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"When it comes to cooking, I believe the simpler the better," writes Holland, Michigan's Carol Blauw. "A few years ago, a co-worker told me about this colorful, tasty and, most importantly, easy-to-prepare salad," she says. "It has been a favorite at our house ever since."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4-1/2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 package (16 ounces) imitation crabmeat, flaked
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup reduced-fat ranch salad dressing
1 teaspoon dill weed

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Toss with crab and vegetables. Combine remaining ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 579mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

JENNIFER'S CRAB PASTA SALAD



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This colorful pasta salad is a tasty side dish that is great to take to partys or a cookout. By using the fake crab, it is an inexpensive salad to fix.

Provided by Crazycook in PA

Categories     Crab

Time 22m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cooked tri-colored pasta
1 1/2 cups imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 medium onion, minced
1 large tomatoes or 14 ounces diced tomatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 red pepper, diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup original ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling water until done and drain.
  • Chop up crab meat into 1/2 inch pieces and place in bowl.
  • Add rest of ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  • Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.4, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 29.6, Sodium 690, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 4.7, Protein 6.8

CARIBBEAN CRAB PASTA SALAD



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This is made with imitation crabmeat. Haven't tried it with the real thing, but it might be even better. Chill time is 2 hours.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups uncooked rotelle pasta
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated flake-style imitation crabmeat
1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
1 mango, peeled,seeded,and cubed
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded,and finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon lime zest
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
salt

Steps:

  • To make honey lime dressing: add all dressing ingredients to a small bowl; stir to mix well; set aside.
  • Cook pasta according to the package directions; rinse and drain.
  • In a mixing bowl, add cooked pasta, crabmeat, bell pepper, mango, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro; stir to mix.
  • Pour dressing over pasta salad and gently toss to coat.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste if needed; cover and chill 2 hours before serving.

CRAB PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Crab Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef XrayCarm

Categories     Crab

Time 13m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb macaroni or 1/2 lb shell pasta
1 lb imitation crabmeat
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 tomatoes, chopped
1/4 onion, finely chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese cube
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 teaspoon garlic salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions.
  • Mix pasta and other ingredients.
  • Enjoy!

FLAVORFUL CRAB PASTA SALAD



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"After enjoying this recipe for years, I substituted fat-free mayonnaise and reduced-fat dressing one day," shares Heather O'Neill from Dudley, Massachusetts. "I was just delighted to find it kept all the same wonderful flavor!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup sliced green onions
3/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/3 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, crab, peas, broccoli, green pepper and onions. Combine the mayonnaise, salad dressing and Parmesan cheese; pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 746mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRAB PASTA SALAD



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This salad has a very good blend of flavors. It's easy to make and especially delicious on a hot day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked medium shell pasta
1-1/2 cups imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped green onions
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup creamy Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl. Stir in crab, broccoli, green pepper, tomatoes and onions. , For dressing, combining dressing ingredients; pour over salad and gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CRAB MEAT PASTA SALAD



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Beth Kist from Chicago, Illinois shares this delightful seafood salad that's ideal for a special luncheon. It's crispy and crunchy with a surprising kick.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, halved
2 green onions, sliced
2 lettuce leaves
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the salad dressing, lemon-pepper and cayenne. Stir in the crab, carrot, water chestnuts and onions., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Gently stir into crab mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve on lettuce leaves; sprinkle with cheese.

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