This creamy crab pasta salad goes together quickly, and we love the mixture of imitation crab, vegetables, and an easy homemade dressing. Pair fresh flavors with chunks of crab and you have a tasty side dish or a meal.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time20 minutesmins
Course: Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cold salad, easy meals, holiday recipe, salad side dish, side dish, summer recipe
Servings: 12Servings
Calories: 259kcal
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Seafood. I use imitation crab cut up into large chunks. Another lovely seafood addition to this recipe is cooked, cooled, and peeled shrimp. It is a great option to have in place of or in addition to the imitation crab.Pasta. There are so many pasta options that work well in this salad. I like bite-sized shapes. Go ahead and try and few. Gluten free pasta works well in this recipe too.Salad Dressing. I use Mayonnaise in this recipe, if you prefer, you can use Miracle whip salad dressing. Some folks might prefer a combination of the two salad dressings. Low fat works well in this recipe.Onions. If you prefer a mild onion flavor, place them in a colander and rinse them under cold water. This will lessen the pungency of the onion.Fresh Herbs. While I did not add fresh herbs to this today, a great addition would be a bit of fresh dill. Enjoy this healthy side dish anytime of the year. It is a perfect dish to bring to a party. So simple and it is a hit at every party.