So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab Recipe

This vibrant summer pasta salad is bursting with color and flavor! Made with imitation crab meat (easily swappable for chicken or omitted entirely), this recipe is incredibly easy and perfect for a potluck or a light summer meal. The longer it chills, the better it tastes – the flavors meld beautifully overnight. Get ready for a refreshing and satisfying dish that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1460 mins
Calories 486.2 kcal
Protein 27g
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Ingredients for So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab

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How to Make So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab

  1. Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, slice 1 red bell pepper and 1/2 cup of black olives.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, 8 ounces of imitation crab meat (or 1 cup cooked chicken, or omit), 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 1/2 cup chopped celery, and the sliced bell peppers and olives.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture, tossing gently to coat evenly.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, mixing every few hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

71 g

Sugar

61g

Fat

34g

Carbs

15g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab?

So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab takes about 1480 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 1460 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab?

So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab has approximately 486.2 calories per serving, with about 27 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab?

The key ingredients for So Easy Pasta Salad With Crab are Tri Color Spiral Pasta, Italian Dressing, Feta Cheese, Imitation Crabmeat, Bell Peppers, Black Olives. See the full list with measurements above.

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