Crab And Pasta Salad Recipes

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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.

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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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

IMITATION CRAB AND PASTA SALAD



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This is a cool and refreshing salad that is great for Summertime. It's a versatile recipe with ingredients that can be modified to your personal tastes.

Provided by MSippigirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb imitation crabmeat, roughly chopped
1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked (or other small shell pasta)
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped (about 1 rib)
1/4 teaspoon onion salt (or more) or 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1/4 teaspoon creole seasoning, like Tony Chachere's (or more)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper or 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 dash garlic salt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or more)
1 tablespoon sour cream (optional)
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package. Rinse until cool under cold tap water. Leave to drain well in a colander.
  • Chop crab meat in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, chop all desired veggies. Add pasta and all seasonings. Fold in mayo (and sour cream, if using). Adjust mayo and seasonings to personal taste. Gently fold in the crab meat.
  • Refrigerate. Stir again before serving, adding more mayo if needed.

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

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.

EASY CRAB PASTA SALAD



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This creamy pasta salad is always a must at family gatherings. It is simple to make because there are only a few ingredients.

Provided by fishinwidow

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package rotini pasta
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package imitation crabmeat, coarsely chopped - or more to taste
1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Combine peas, water chestnuts, imitation crabmeat, mayonnaise, chives, and dill in a large bowl; stir until evenly mixed. Add cooled pasta and mix until coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 3.7 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 372.6 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

EASY CRAB PASTA SALAD



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My mother shared this recipe with me. It's one of my standby meals for a light summer lunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup uncooked spiral pasta
1/2 cup crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 1 cup imitation crabmeat
1/3 cup broccoli florets
3 tablespoons chopped seeded tomato
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon sliced green onion
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared Italian salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a bowl, combine the pasta, crab, broccoli, tomato, green pepper and green onion. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, salad dressing and Parmesan cheese. Pour over salad mixture; toss gently to coat.

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BOW TIE CRAB PASTA SALAD



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A quick crab salad recipe using bow tie pasta and a simple homemade dressing. It's a delicious seafood salad that's done in less than 20 minutes!

Provided by John

Categories     Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces bow tie pasta (cooked and drained)
8 ounces crab meat (cooked, or imitation crab meat)
1 rib of celery (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup bell pepper (diced)
1/4 cup purple onion (diced)
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed, adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning (similar to Old Bay)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta noodles, crab meat, celery, bell pepper, and purple onion. Set aside.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the noodles and other ingredients. Gently stir to combine.
  • Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 Cup, Calories 324 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 417 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0.1 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g

CREAMY CRAB PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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Whether you're hosting or attending a summer cookout, this creamy crab pasta salad with black olives and sun-dried tomatoes is a welcome addition.

Provided by Mikayla Marin,Mashed Staff

Categories     side dish

Time 14m

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 sun-dried tomatoes
3/4 pound pasta
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
¾ cups olives, sliced
8 ounces crabmeat

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. When the water is boiling, ladle a scoop or two over the sun-dried tomatoes in a heat-proof bowl, and set it aside. (If sun-dried tomatoes are in oil, skip the soaking step.)
  • Add the pasta to the remaining boiling water, and cook according to package instructions until it's al dente.
  • Drain and rinse the pasta with cold water, then set aside to cool completely.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, ground cumin, salt, and red wine vinegar in a large bowl, and whisk until smooth and creamy.
  • Finely dice your onion and parsley, and slice the olives. Then, add them to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Remove the sun-dried tomatoes from the water, and gently pat them dry to remove excess moisture. Slice thinly, then add to the dressing.
  • Stir to combine the add-ins with the dressing until lightly coated, then add in the cool pasta, and stir again to coat.
  • Pick through the crabmeat to remove any shells, and add it to the pasta salad. Fold the crab in gently.
  • Chill at least 30 minutes, then serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 39 mg cholesterol, Fat 25 g fat, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 11 g protein, SaturatedFat 4 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 426 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CRAB PASTA SALAD



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This is a wonderfully simple, delicious recipe! It is always a big hit when I make it at home. Do not be alarmed at the bottle size for the salad dressing, the pasta soaks it up!

Provided by Christy Getts

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces uncooked tri-color spiral pasta
1 head fresh broccoli, cut into florets
1 head cauliflower, broken into small florets
2 tomatoes, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh chives
8 ounces imitation crabmeat
2 cups balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse.
  • In a large bowl combine the broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, chives, crabmeat and pasta. Pour entire bottle of oil and vinegar salad dressing over all and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.1 calories, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1301.5 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

PASTA SALAD WITH IMITATION CRAB



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Delicious imitation crab pasta salad! Can be halved.

Provided by janet

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package shell pasta
1 (16 ounce) package imitation crabmeat, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
3 stalks green onions (white and green parts), sliced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 ½ cups nonfat plain yogurt
¼ cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt-free seasoning blend
1 ½ teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon celery salt
¼ cup Italian vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Combine drained pasta, imitation crab, olives, bell pepper, green onions, and celery in a very large bowl.
  • Whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, seasoning blend, soy sauce, and celery salt together in a small bowl. Pour dressing over pasta mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.5 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Cholesterol 12.1 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1135.7 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

PASTA SALAD WITH CRAB



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Summer is the season for salads, and this delicious pasta salad can be served at room temperature, or well chilled. Serve for brunch on a bed of lettuce with some crusty bread and fruit on the side. The recipe also works well for a summer potluck. Store leftovers in the fridge and portion out for an easy lunch on the go.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Seafood Pasta Salad

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup diced carrots
8 ounces fresh crabmeat, well picked over
2 ounces sliced black olives, drained
3 tablespoons minced sweet onion
1 cup mayonnaise
6 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
¼ cup cherry tomatoes for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain pasta and add to a large bowl with extra-virgin olive oil. Stir well, and refrigerate, about 30 minutes, while preparing the other ingredients.
  • Combine bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, crabmeat, olives, and onion in a bowl. Add to pasta.
  • Stir together mayonnaise, balsamic vinaigrette, Italian seasoning, and black pepper for the dressing in a small bowl and pour over the pasta salad. Mix to combine. Garnish with cherry tomatoes and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 304.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 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

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