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Creamy Crab Pasta Salad

Creamy Crab Pasta Salad
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Enjoy a rich and refreshing Creamy Crab Pasta Salad that solves your meal boredom with easy tasty and satisfying flavors

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces tri-color rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cooked lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (preferably full-fat)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small celery stalk, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 cup diced cucumber or cherry tomatoes

    • Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until just al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking and cool the pasta quickly. Set aside to drain completely.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth, creating a creamy yet tangy dressing.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, crab meat, diced celery, red onion, and dill. Pour the dressing over and gently toss to combine without breaking up the crab.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to one hour to allow flavors to meld.
  • Before serving, stir the salad gently. Optionally add a splash of cold water or lemon juice to lighten the salad and stir in optional diced cucumbers or cherry tomatoes for extra freshness.

    • Notes

    This creamy crab pasta salad is a fresh, easy, and flavorful summer dish combining al dente tri-color rotini pasta with sweet lump crab meat and a luscious creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics and potlucks, it offers a balanced taste with a tangy, velvety dressing and fresh herbs.

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