Chilled Crab Pasta Salad
Chilled Crab Pasta Salad is a light and flavorful dish that blends tender crab, fresh vegetables, and pasta in a cool, creamy dressing, perfect for summer meals or gatherings. With endless variations and make-ahead ease, it’s a deliciously versatile addition to any table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of medium shell pasta
- 14 ounces of imitation crab meat
- ½ cup thawed frozen peas
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- ½ cup chopped celery
- ½ cup chopped red bell pepper seeds removed
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and generously salt it. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, imitation crab, peas, red onion, celery, bell pepper, mayonnaise, and dill. Gently mix until everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- When ready to serve, uncover and garnish with freshly chopped chives. Serve chilled.