Canned Crab Pasta Salad
When you need a quick and satisfying meal that's perfect for a picnic or a light dinner, look no further than this delightful Canned Crab Pasta Salad recipe. Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, this dish is a wonderful combination of sweet crab meat, tangy veggies, and a zesty dressing. Let's dive in and create a dish that will become a favorite in your recipe collection!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool completely.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, and chopped parsley.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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Pour the dressing over the crab and vegetable mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
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Add the cooled pasta to the bowl and gently fold it into the crab and vegetable mixture until well combined.
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Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing Canned Crab Pasta Salad with your favorite side dishes or as a standalone meal.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 serving- Calories
- 380 kcal
- Total Fat
- 18 g
- Saturated Fat
- 3 g
- Cholesterol
- 50 mg
- Sodium
- 450 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 40 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 g
- Sugars
- 4 g
- Protein
- 15 g
This Canned Crab Pasta Salad is a versatile dish that you can customize to suit your taste preferences. Feel free to add in extra ingredients like black olives, corn kernels, or avocado for a fun twist. You can also substitute the lump crab meat with canned tuna or shredded rotisserie chicken for a different flavor profile. Don't hesitate to make this recipe your own and experiment with different combinations of ingredients!