Seafood Pasta with Shrimp & Crab – A Creamy, Fresh & Flavor-Packed Dish

Craving a light and flavorful pasta salad? This Seafood Pasta with Shrimp & Crab is packed with juicy shrimp, tender crab meat, and tossed in a creamy dressing with pasta and crisp vegetables. It’s perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or seafood lovers looking for a refreshing dish!

 Ingredients

• 8 oz rotini, penne, or preferred pasta

• 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 cup crab meat (imitation or real)

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ cup diced celery

• ½ cup chopped red onion

• ½ cup diced cucumber (optional for extra crunch)

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley or dill, chopped for garnish

 Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

• Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

• Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Seafood

• If using raw shrimp, boil until pink and opaque, then cool and peel.

• If using pre-cooked shrimp and crab, make sure they’re thawed and chopped if necessary.

3. Make the Dressing

• In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

4. Combine Everything

• In a large bowl, add the cooked pasta, shrimp, crab, tomatoes, celery, onion, and cucumber.

• Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat.

5. Chill and Serve

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.

• Garnish with fresh parsley or dill before serving.

 Tips for Success

• Use rotini or penne pasta so the dressing clings well.

• Add a pinch of Old Bay seasoning or paprika for extra seafood flavor.

• Make it ahead — it tastes even better the next day!

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