Delicious Seafood Pasta Salad Crab Shrimp Delight Recipe
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Author:jamal
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Description
Enjoy a Delicious Seafood Pasta Salad with Crab Shrimp This delightful recipe combines fresh flavors for a perfect seafood dish 153 chars
Ingredients
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8 ounces of fusilli or penne pasta
1 cup fresh crab meat (lump crab recommended)
1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup red bell pepper, diced
½ cup celery, diced
3 green onions, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta – Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Step 2: Prepare the Shrimp – In a separate saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for about 3-5 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and place in an ice bath.
Step 3: Combine Ingredients – In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta, shrimp, crab meat, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, celery, green onions, and parsley gently.
Step 4: Create the Dressing – Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5: Toss the Salad – Pour the dressing over the pasta salad mixture and gently toss everything together.
Step 6: Chill and Serve – Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
