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Irresistible 20-Minute Creamy Crab Pasta Salad Recipe

Creamy Crab Pasta Salad

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A rich and creamy pasta salad with tender crab meat, perfect for picnics or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 cup lump crab meat
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add crab meat, celery, and parsley to the dressing. Stir gently.
  4. Combine pasta with the crab mixture until well coated.
  5. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Use imitation crab if fresh crab isn’t available.
  • Add a pinch of Old Bay seasoning for extra flavor.