Best 6 Fruity Crab Pasta Salad Recipes

Satisfy your taste buds with the tantalizing Fruity Crab Pasta Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the succulent sweetness of crab with the zest of fresh fruit and the comforting embrace of pasta. Dive into this culinary adventure and discover the perfect recipe to craft this delectable salad, where sweet and savory flavors dance harmoniously in every bite.

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FAVORITE CRAB PASTA SALAD

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Wanda, a lady at work, made this for a party and boy, did it catch on fast! It's especially good for summer picnics and barbecues. -Cheryl Seweryn, Lemont, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
1 pound creamy coleslaw
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 teaspoon dill weed
Dash salt
2 cups chopped imitation crabmeat

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large serving bowl, combine the coleslaw, mayonnaise, onion, dill and salt. Stir in crab., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Add to coleslaw mixture; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 508mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

FRUITY CRAB PASTA SALAD

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A sweet ginger dressing spices up this tasty medley of oranges, grapes, crabmeat and pasta. It's an ideal warm-weather entree. -Darlene Jurek, Foley, Minnesota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3/4 cup uncooked spiral pasta
1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat
1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 cup halved seedless red grapes
1/4 cup halved seedless green grapes
1/4 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a small bowl, combine the pasta, crab, oranges and grapes., Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, honey and ginger; pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

EASY 1970S CRAB AND PASTA SALAD

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I remember eating this as a kid in the 70s. It was delicious!

Provided by LynJudd

Time 8h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 cups seashell pasta
3 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
½ cup chopped onion
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes. Drain and transfer to a mixing bowl.
Mix crab and lemon juice into the pasta, followed by water chestnuts, mayonnaise, onion, salt, and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours, or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 50.4 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 418.3 mg, Sugar 3 g

CRAB (OR CHICKEN) AND FRUIT SALAD

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The original recipe calls for crab, I however am not a lover or crab so I sub chicken and its just as good. Another quick to go salad thats great as a light meal. From Big Book of Family Dinners.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories Crab

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise or 1/2 cup salad dressing
1 green onion, sliced about 2 TBS
1 tablespoon frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 dash ground red pepper
1/2 lb lump crabmeat (or 8 oz pkg flake-style imitation crabmeat or 1 cup chopped cooked chicken-I personnally love it wit)
6 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 cups fresh strawberries, halves
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange sections, drained
1/4 cup pecan pieces

Steps:

Mix together strawberries and oranges and chill.
In medium mixing bowl, stir together mayonnaise, onion, juice, ginger and pepper.
Gently stir in the crabmeat (or chicken).
Cover and chill in the freezer about 10 minutes until very cold.
Toss together the greens, and fruit.
Arrange on 4 salad serving plates.
Divide the crab(or chicken) mixture among the salad.
Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.6, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 50.7, Sodium 429.1, Carbohydrate 28.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 19.3, Protein 14.6

CARIBBEAN CRAB PASTA SALAD

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This is made with imitation crabmeat. Haven't tried it with the real thing, but it might be even better. Chill time is 2 hours.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked rotelle pasta
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated flake-style imitation crabmeat
1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
1 mango, peeled,seeded,and cubed
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded,and finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon lime zest
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
salt

Steps:

To make honey lime dressing: add all dressing ingredients to a small bowl; stir to mix well; set aside.
Cook pasta according to the package directions; rinse and drain.
In a mixing bowl, add cooked pasta, crabmeat, bell pepper, mango, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro; stir to mix.
Pour dressing over pasta salad and gently toss to coat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste if needed; cover and chill 2 hours before serving.

CARIBBEAN CRABMEAT PASTA SALAD

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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Add a citrus twist to crabmeat pasta salad with lime that's perfect for a dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked rotelle pasta (8 ounces)
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons canola or soybean oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (8 ounces) refrigerated flake-style imitation crabmeat
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin bite-size strips
1 medium mango, peeled, seeded and cubed (about 1 cup)
1/2 to 1 jalapeño chili, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix together lime peel, lime juice, oil, honey, cumin, ginger and salt. Set aside.
Gently toss pasta and remaining ingredients in large bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
Mix all ingredients in small bowl until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh crab meat. If you're using frozen crab, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before using.
Be sure to cook the pasta al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will help it hold its shape in the salad.
When choosing fruit for the salad, use a variety of colors and flavors. Some good options include strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, oranges, and pineapple.
If you're using a creamy dressing, be sure to chill the salad before serving. This will help the dressing thicken and become more flavorful.
For a lighter salad, use a vinaigrette dressing. Vinaigrette dressings are made with oil, vinegar, and herbs, and they're a good option for people who are watching their calorie intake.

Conclusion:

Fruity crab pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing summer dish. It's perfect for a potluck or picnic, and it's also a great way to use up leftover crab meat. With its combination of sweet fruit, savory crab, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.