Chilled Shrimp & Crab Pasta (Printable Format)
A refreshing pasta salad loaded with shrimp and crab meat, crunchy veggies, and a creamy lemon-Dijon dressing. Ideal for hot summer days.
# What You'll Gather:
→ Pasta
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8 oz rotini, penne, or your favorite pasta
→ Seafood
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1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 cup crab meat
→ Vegetables
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1/2 cup chopped celery
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1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/4 cup diced red onion
→ Dressing
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1/2 cup mayo
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Garnish
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1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
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Lemon wedges for serving
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Boil your pasta following the package directions. Once done, drain it and rinse under cold water to cool it down quick.
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In a big bowl, toss together your cooled pasta, shrimp, crab meat, celery, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion.
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In a separate small bowl, mix the mayo, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
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Pour that tasty dressing over your pasta mixture, sprinkle in the fresh dill, and give everything a gentle toss until it's all well coated.
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Pop it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes so all those flavors can get friendly. Serve it cold with lemon wedges on the side for an extra zing.
# Important Tips:
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This seafood pasta salad tastes even better if you make it ahead - up to 24 hours in advance.
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Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light dinner on hot days.
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The pasta salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.