Best 4 Imitation Crab Pasta Salad Recipes

Imitation crab pasta salad is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or potlucks. With its combination of tender imitation crab, cooked pasta, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit. Whether you are looking for a light meal or a hearty side dish, imitation crab pasta salad is a versatile and delicious option. So, gather your ingredients and let's get started on creating this delectable salad!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

IMITATION CRAB AND PASTA SALAD

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This is a cool and refreshing salad that is great for Summertime. It's a versatile recipe with ingredients that can be modified to your personal tastes.

Provided by MSippigirl

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 lb imitation crabmeat, roughly chopped
1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked (or other small shell pasta)
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped (about 1 rib)
1/4 teaspoon onion salt (or more) or 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1/4 teaspoon creole seasoning, like Tony Chachere's (or more)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper or 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 dash garlic salt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or more)
1 tablespoon sour cream (optional)
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced (optional)

Steps:

Cook pasta as directed on package. Rinse until cool under cold tap water. Leave to drain well in a colander.
Chop crab meat in a medium bowl. Set aside.
In a large bowl, chop all desired veggies. Add pasta and all seasonings. Fold in mayo (and sour cream, if using). Adjust mayo and seasonings to personal taste. Gently fold in the crab meat.
Refrigerate. Stir again before serving, adding more mayo if needed.

PASTA SALAD WITH IMITATION CRAB

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Delicious imitation crab pasta salad! Can be halved.

Provided by janet

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package shell pasta
1 (16 ounce) package imitation crabmeat, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
3 stalks green onions (white and green parts), sliced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 ½ cups nonfat plain yogurt
¼ cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt-free seasoning blend
1 ½ teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon celery salt
¼ cup Italian vinaigrette

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 rinse with cold water.
Combine drained pasta, imitation crab, olives, bell pepper, green onions, and celery in a very large bowl.
Whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, seasoning blend, soy sauce, and celery salt together in a small bowl. Pour dressing over pasta mixture and stir until well combined.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.5 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Cholesterol 12.1 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1135.7 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

IMITATION CRAB PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Imitation Crab Pasta Salad Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by msippigrl

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pound imitation crab meat, coarsely chopped (I like Louis Kemp brand)
1 cup elbow macaroni (or other small pasta), uncooked
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup celery (about 1 rib), chopped (optional)
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon creole seasoning, or to taste (such as Tony Chachere's)
good pinch of garlic salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, or white pepper
2 - 3 tablespoons mayo, as needed
1 medium, ripe but firm, tomato, seeded and diced (optional but recommended)

Steps:

Cook pasta as directed on package. Rinse until cool under tap water. Leave to drain well in a colander. Meanwhile, coarsely chop the crab meat in a medium bowl; set aside. In a large bowl, chop all desired veggies except for the tomato. Add pasta and seasonings to taste. Stir in desired amount of mayo. Gently fold in the crab meat. Refrigerate until serving time. To serve, stir again, adding more mayo if needed for creaminess. If using, fold in the seeded and diced tomato.

PASTA & IMITATION CRAB SALAD

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I love this tangy pasta salad. It can be served on any day of the week, or at any family function, outing, or picnic. Or serve it during Lent, since it contains imitation crab meat.

Provided by Cindi M Bauer

Categories Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 oz pasta (l used radiatore nuggets)
About 1-1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 tsp salt
1 c chopped broccoli
1/2 c thinly sliced baby carrots
2 Tbsp diced red onion
6 oz colby-jack cheese, cut into small chunks
5 oz imitation crab meat, cut into chunks (about 1 c.)
1 c hellmann's mayonnaise
1 c light ltalian salad dressing
2 Tbsp kraft grated parmesan cheese
28 grape tomatoes
freshly cracked black pepper, add according to taste

Steps:

1. In a large pot of boiling water, add the vegetable oil and salt. Add the pasta, and cook pasta for 8 minutes and 30 seconds.
2. During the last 30 seconds of cooking time, add the broccoli. After the 30 seconds, immediately drain and rinse the pasta and broccoli under cold water in a colander.
3. While the pasta and broccoli is draining in the colander, add the carrots, onion, cheese, and imitation crab meat to a large bowl.
4. In another bowl mix together, the mayonnaise and Italian dressing. Use 1-cup of the dressing to mix into the salad, and reserve the other cup for later.
5. Incorporate the 1-cup of dressing into the large bowl of vegetables, cheese, and meat. Add the pasta and broccoli to the bowl; stir gently to mix the salad.
6. Season the salad with a bit of the freshly cracked black pepper. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese over the salad, and gently fold in the grape tomatoes. Cover the salad, and place it in the refrigerator to chill.
7. After 2-3 hours of refrigeration, and before serving the salad; stir in a 3/4 cup to 1-cup of the mayonnaise/Italian dressing. The extra dressing will keep the salad creamy and moist, even up to a day or two later.

Tips:

Choose high-quality imitation crab. Look for pieces that are firm and white, with no brown or yellow spots. Avoid any imitation crab that has a fishy smell.
Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and not as flavorful.
Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, texture, and nutrients to your pasta salad. Some good options include bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, celery, and carrots.
Don't skimp on the dressing. The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the pasta salad together. Use a light and flavorful dressing, such as a vinaigrette or a creamy dill sauce.
Chill the pasta salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and will make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Imitation crab pasta salad is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that's perfect for summer. It's also a great way to use up leftover imitation crab. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying pasta salad that the whole family will enjoy.