Best 9 Pasta Crab Egg Salad Recipes

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Pasta crab egg salad is a delectable dish that combines the flavors of fresh crab, hard-boiled eggs, and cooked pasta. It's a versatile salad that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a side dish, or even as a main course. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CRAB AND PASTA SALAD



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Crabmeat and pasta are tossed with a creamy seasoned sauce in this great chilled salad.

Provided by dakota kelly

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (12 ounce) package uncooked pasta shells
½ cup light sour cream
½ cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound cooked crabmeat
½ cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • In a bowl, blend the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey mustard, and dill. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, sour cream mixture, crabmeat, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and green onions. Cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 504.1 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

PASTA CRAB SALAD



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"When it comes to cooking, I believe the simpler the better," writes Holland, Michigan's Carol Blauw. "A few years ago, a co-worker told me about this colorful, tasty and, most importantly, easy-to-prepare salad," she says. "It has been a favorite at our house ever since."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4-1/2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 package (16 ounces) imitation crabmeat, flaked
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup reduced-fat ranch salad dressing
1 teaspoon dill weed

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Toss with crab and vegetables. Combine remaining ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 579mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA CRAB EGG SALAD



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Your family will never guess that the flavorful coating for this pasta and crab combination starts with yesterday's egg salad. This delicious second-day dish is simple to assemble and pretty, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups cooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 cup imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 cup Creamy Egg Salad
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well. Refrigerate until serving.

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HERBED CRAB PASTA SALAD IN VINAIGRETTE



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Orecchiette pasta is tossed with fresh herbs, jumbo lump crab, juicy tomatoes and crunchy celery and then simply dressed with oil and vinegar.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 small shallot, minced
8 ounces dried orecchiette
1 cup jumbo lump crab meat, picked over to remove shells
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
2 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk the oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool and add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the crab, celery, basil, chives, parsley, tarragon and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

CRAB PASTA SALAD



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This salad has a very good blend of flavors. It's easy to make and especially delicious on a hot day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked medium shell pasta
1-1/2 cups imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped green onions
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup creamy Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl. Stir in crab, broccoli, green pepper, tomatoes and onions. , For dressing, combining dressing ingredients; pour over salad and gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

PASTA SALAD WITH CRAB



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Summer is the season for salads, and this delicious pasta salad can be served at room temperature, or well chilled. Serve for brunch on a bed of lettuce with some crusty bread and fruit on the side. The recipe also works well for a summer potluck. Store leftovers in the fridge and portion out for an easy lunch on the go.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Seafood Pasta Salad

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup diced carrots
8 ounces fresh crabmeat, well picked over
2 ounces sliced black olives, drained
3 tablespoons minced sweet onion
1 cup mayonnaise
6 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
¼ cup cherry tomatoes for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain pasta and add to a large bowl with extra-virgin olive oil. Stir well, and refrigerate, about 30 minutes, while preparing the other ingredients.
  • Combine bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, crabmeat, olives, and onion in a bowl. Add to pasta.
  • Stir together mayonnaise, balsamic vinaigrette, Italian seasoning, and black pepper for the dressing in a small bowl and pour over the pasta salad. Mix to combine. Garnish with cherry tomatoes and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 304.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

EGG NOODLE CRAB SALAD



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An interesting combination of flavors that will get you out of the pasta salad doldrums. This recipe is a nice guideline, but you may want to add more or less of each ingredient to suit your taste. So easy to prepare, this salad is great for pot lucks and picnics, or for lunch at the office.

Provided by Chef Heather

Categories     Crab

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces egg noodles
1 lb imitation crabmeat
8 ounces mild cheddar cheese, cubed
1/2 medium green bell pepper
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 (8 ounce) bottle zesty Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook egg noodles according to package directions, rinse in cold water and drain well.
  • Combine noodles and remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 737.8, Fat 39, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 130.1, Sodium 2258.8, Carbohydrate 61, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 7.4, Protein 36.5

DAKOTA'S CRAB, TUNA & EGG SALAD



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Another recipe from real cajun recipes. Submitted by Dakota Delcambre...she writes the following;Most Cajuns follow the tradition of not eating meat on Friday during the Lenton season. This recipe would be great for Lent. Donald writes - Dakato is the great grandson of Isadore Delcambre, This is my son, 8 yr-old Dakota's 1st easy to make lunch recipe. This salad should be served on your favorite sandwich bread along with your favorite extras: lettuce, cheese, etc... Dakota experienced his first crawfish-boil in Washington! (You should have seen him and his siblings). Master Dakota - you make us Cajuns proud.

Provided by Thea

Categories     Crab

Time 23m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 (6 ounce) cans tuna
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat
3 -4 large hard-boiled eggs
3/4 cup mayonnaise
4 tablespoons relish or 4 tablespoons chopped pickles
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash cayenne pepper, go easy
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
chopped onions (optional) or olive (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil eggs while preparing other ingredients. Drain tuna and crab cans and mix with the remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Add the mayonnaise to your desired consistency. Add chopped onions or olives if desired. Peel and chop eggs; add to the mixture. Serve on your favorite bread with favorite fixins of potato chips, soda, tea or cold beer for adults.

EASY CRAB PASTA SALAD



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My mother shared this recipe with me. It's one of my standby meals for a light summer lunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup uncooked spiral pasta
1/2 cup crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 1 cup imitation crabmeat
1/3 cup broccoli florets
3 tablespoons chopped seeded tomato
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon sliced green onion
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared Italian salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a bowl, combine the pasta, crab, broccoli, tomato, green pepper and green onion. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, salad dressing and Parmesan cheese. Pour over salad mixture; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose High Quality Ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Try to use lump crab meat and large eggs for a richer taste and texture.
  • Don't Overcook the Eggs: Overcooked eggs will become rubbery, so cook them until the yolks are just set for a creamy texture.
  • Use Good Quality Mayonnaise: The mayonnaise is a key ingredient in this crab egg salad, so use a good quality mayonnaise that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Add Some Herbs or Spices: For extra flavor, add some fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill, or a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika.
  • Chill Before Serving: Chilling the salad before serving allows the flavors to meld and develop, resulting in a more delicious dish.

Conclusion:

Pasta crab egg salad is a delicious, versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you serve it as a main course, a side dish, or a sandwich filling, this salad is sure to be a hit. With its combination of fresh crab, creamy eggs, and tangy mayonnaise, this salad is a seafood lover's dream. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this pasta crab egg salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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