Seafood Pasta with Shrimp & Crab (Print Version)

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Seafood Pasta with Shrimp & Crab (Print Version)

A bowl of shrimp and pasta.

Ingredients:

8 oz rotini, penne, or preferred pasta
1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup crab meat
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

Follow package directions to cook the pasta. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process.

In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, shrimp, crab meat, celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.

In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Pour the dressing over the pasta and seafood mixture. Sprinkle in the fresh dill and toss until well combined. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve the pasta salad chilled with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Notes:

Cook pasta al dente so it holds up well in the salad. Fresh seafood adds the best flavor, but frozen or canned can be used as an alternative. Adjust seasonings to taste, adding extra lemon juice or more dill as preferred.

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