Cold Seafood Pasta Salad with Crabmeat and Shrimp Recipe

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This refreshing recipe is perfect for summer gatherings. It’s filled with tasty crabmeat, tender shrimp, and crisp veggies. The mix of flavors and textures will amaze you.

The mix of crabmeat and shrimp makes this dish special. Crab adds sweet flavors, and shrimp brings richness. Together, they make a perfect taste that’s hard to beat.

It’s easy to make this cold seafood pasta salad. You only need 15 minutes of cooking time. The whole recipe takes 35 minutes and serves 8, perfect for parties or busy days.

The dressing really makes this dish stand out. It has apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and black olives. This adds a delicious burst of flavor to each bite.

This salad is not only tasty but also nutritious. Each serving has 446 calories and includes 21g of fat, 51g of carbs, and 14g of protein. It’s a great meal option.

Don’t just make a regular pasta salad. Try this amazing cold seafood pasta salad for your next summer event. Whether it’s a picnic or potluck, this recipe will impress everyone.

Want to learn how to make this delicious salad? Keep reading to find out in the next section.

How to Make Cold Seafood Pasta Salad

Follow these simple steps to make a delicious cold seafood pasta salad:

1. Cook a package of tri-colored spiral pasta as the package says.
2. Drain and rinse the pasta with cold water to cool it down.
3. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper for a tasty dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the cooled pasta and mix well.
5. Add flaked crabmeat, drained shrimp, halved grape tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced olives, and chopped red bell pepper.
6. Stir everything gently to spread the dressing and mix the ingredients.
7. Taste the pasta salad and add more seasoning if you like.
8. Add more mayonnaise if the pasta looks dry.

Your cold seafood pasta salad is now ready to enjoy! It’s refreshing and filling, perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a side dish at barbecues.

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Why You’ll Love this Cold Seafood Pasta Salad

This cold seafood pasta salad is a must-try, especially during the summer. It’s light and refreshing, perfect for those hot days. You’ll enjoy the mix of flaked crab meat, shrimp, and crunchy veggies in every bite. The dressing, with mayonnaise and sour cream, makes it creamy and zesty.

You can make this salad your own by adding more veggies like celery and green onions. If you want to make it even more special, try throwing in some lobster or corn. This makes the salad even more flavorful and interesting.

One of the best things about this salad is how convenient it is. You can prepare it in advance and keep it in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. It’s great for meal preps, picnics, potlucks, or lunches during the week. The longer it sits, the better it tastes as the flavors come together.

Try making this delicious salad yourself with a recipe from Norine’s Nest, recipe from Foxes Love Lemons, or a recipe from My Forking Life. You’ll quickly see why it’s a favorite among those who love seafood and pasta.