Crab and Shrimp Pasta Salad

Name: Crab and Shrimp Pasta Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked tri-colored spiral pasta; ½ cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup apple cider vinegar; ¼ cup olive oil; salt and pepper to taste; 1 (8 ounce) package imitation crabmeat, flaked; 1 (6.5 ounce) can tiny shrimp, drained; 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved; 1 English cucumber, diced; 1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped

Rating: 3.89 stars

19 Ratings
20 Reviews
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Imitation crab meat and mini shrimp make for a wonderful pasta salad that everyone loves!

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Recipe Summary test

prep:

20 mins

cook:

15 mins

total:

35 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water to cool. Transfer to a large bowl, and set aside.

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Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Pour over the pasta and stir to coat. Add the crab, shrimp, tomatoes, cucumber, black olives and bell pepper; mix gently to coat with the dressing. Taste, and adjust seasoning if desired. If the pasta is too dry, mix in more mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

446 calories; protein 14.2g; carbohydrates 50.9g; fat 20.6g; cholesterol 38.5mg; sodium 470.5mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (20)

Most helpful positive review

Caroline C

08/14/2006

As I don't like canned shrimp I made this with frozen salad shrimp; I also thought the tiny canned type would be lost in the salad. Although Husband really enjoyed it he said he thought the shrimp could have been larger - he didn't really notice them. Other than that this isn't bad at all. It looks pretty too. Thanks! Read More

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Randee

07/15/2008

I thought this was only okay. I would definately use real shrimp next time. The tiny shrimp just seemed to get lost in the shuffle. I realize that the dressing was vinegar based but it was a little too much for my taste. Read More

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19 Ratings

5 star values: 8
4 star values: 5
3 star values: 3
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 1

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Caroline C

08/14/2006

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crazeemommee3

03/06/2008

I've made this several times and it is a favorite of my family and coworkers. I use more crab meat and shrimp and either a green or red pepper. It is very savory and excellent after the flavors incorporate overnight. Read More

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Dirtclod

08/11/2007

We had a package of this pasta and a can of crab meat and needed a good recipe for pasta salad. I made this for my wife substituting some red onion for the green peppers and she absolutely loves it. It's a keeper! Thanks. Read More

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NOVEL

11/14/2007

Excellent salad! The only change I made was using salad shrimp instead of canned. Make ahead of time and let the flavors mingle in the frige. I'll make this one again and again. Read More

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Randee

07/15/2008

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Style

06/10/2009

Very bland and tasted like vinegar. I will not make this again. Read More

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Linda

04/13/2008

I made this salad and it was fantastic and easy to make. My picky husband even liked it. Thanks Read More

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Kristen Holly Shapiro

04/01/2011

I added creole seasoning and old bay and this turned out perfect!! Read More

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A pet Walker is in heaven.

03/05/2010

This was pretty bland and had the strong taste of apple cider vinegar first. My teenage daughter did not like the apple cider vinegar taste. If it had more different seasonings in it we would have liked it more. Read More

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Crab and Shrimp Pasta Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Calories: 445.6

% Daily Value *

protein: 28 %

carbohydrates: 16 %

dietary fiber: 14 %

sugars:

fat: 32 %

saturated fat: 15 %

cholesterol: 13 %

vitamin a iu: 18 %

niacin equivalents: 62 %

vitamin b6: 18 %

vitamin c: 47 %

folate: 37 %

calcium: 4 %

iron: 18 %

magnesium: 20 %

potassium: 9 %

sodium: 19 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Caroline C

08/14/2006

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crazeemommee3

03/06/2008

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Dirtclod

08/11/2007

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NOVEL

11/14/2007

Excellent salad! The only change I made was using salad shrimp instead of canned. Make ahead of time and let the flavors mingle in the frige. I'll make this one again and again.

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Randee