Best 4 The Ultimate Creamy Chilled Seafood Pasta Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for the perfect chilled pasta salad that combines a creamy texture with a variety of delicious seafood? Look no further! This article will guide you in creating the ultimate creamy chilled seafood pasta salad that will impress your family and friends during warm-weather gatherings. Get ready to indulge in a refreshing pasta dish that bursts with coastal flavors.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SEAFOOD PASTA SALAD



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Something different that's great for picnics. My family begs for it all year!

Provided by flwrpwr60

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 5h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ (8 ounce) packages tri-color pasta
3 stalks celery
1 pound imitation crabmeat
1 cup frozen green peas
1 cup mayonnaise
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; rinse under cold water until cool and drain.
  • While pasta is cooking, chop celery and crabmeat. Run hot water over peas to defrost.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, milk, salt and pepper. Add the pasta, celery and crabmeat and stir until evenly coated. Adjust the salt, sugar or mayonnaise to suit your taste. Chill several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 962.2 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

THE ULTIMATE CREAMY CHILLED SEAFOOD PASTA SALAD



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Especially well suited for summertime entertaining-- I like to prepare this creamy chilled seafood pasta salad in the morning, refrigerate, and serve to guests in the evening outside on the patio accompanied with a crusty baguette, butter, and a good bottle of white wine! Be sure to serve this salad well-chilled.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

12 -16 ounces shell pasta, cooked (measured dry)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 lbs imitation crabmeat, chunks (or use real crab or shrimp)
1 -2 teaspoon lemon zest, minced small
fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 squeezes)
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, with leaves thinly sliced
1 cup broccoli floret, broken up (cooked al dente)
6 small dill pickles, slivered
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon capers, finely minced
2 -3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup Spanish olives, chopped
2 -4 dashes garlic powder
2 -3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese cubes
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
salt & pepper, to taste
lettuce leaf, for garnish

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients in order given; season to taste with salt & pepper.
  • Garnish with chopped chives and lemon wedges. Cover and keep refrigerated until serving time.
  • Best chilled for 6 to 8 hours to allow flavors to marry.
  • Serve well chilled, atop a bed of crisp salad greens.
  • A lovely light summertime main-dish, or starter. Serve this salad well-chilled with a crusty baguette, butter, and a good bottle of white wine (such as Chablis).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 82.9, Sodium 1274.2, Carbohydrate 43.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.8, Protein 19.9

YUMMY SEAFOOD PASTA SALAD



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This is sort of a concoction from several recipes I use, super easy and based off the recipe my mother made for us as kids. Pretty kid friendly, at least in our house, and is always great leftover. Can substitute cooked shrimp to cut down on prep time. Can be served warm or chilled, but we prefer it warm.

Provided by a_olson82

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb raw shrimp
3/4 cup carrot, chopped (or shredded)
1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
1 cup imitation crabmeat, torn apart
1 (16 ounce) box bow tie pasta, cooked 'al dente'
2 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 -2 teaspoon dill, to taste
fresh cracked pepper, to taste
sea salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • In a medium saucepan (for the shrimp), bring water to boil.
  • Place shrimp in boiling water.
  • Return to Boil.
  • Remove from Heat.
  • Peel/Devein shrimp.
  • In a large bowl, mix crab and veggies together well.
  • In a medium bowl, combine ingredients for dressing. Whisk until well blended and smooth.
  • Add hot cooked pasta, and mix all ingredients together well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 743.4, Fat 31.8, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 207, Sodium 1130.4, Carbohydrate 83.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 9.5, Protein 32.4

THE BEST CREAMY PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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The absolute BEST Creamy Pasta Salad made with broccoli, cucumbers, olives, cheese, red onion, red pepper, and broccoli then tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. This is the perfect pasta salad for parties and potlucks!

Provided by Elyse

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package Ditalini pasta (or whatever pasta you have on hand)
1 cup broccoli florets (chopped)
1/2 red onion (minced)
1 red bell pepper (minced)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 (3.8 ounce) can sliced olives (drained)
1 cup block Colby Jack cheese (cubed)
1 cup Mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Rinse well with cold water until pasta is cold.
  • Place cooked and cooled pasta in a large mixing or serving bowl.
  • Mix in broccoli florets, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, sliced olives and cheese.
  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over pasta and other ingredients.
  • Gently fold in dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh seafood. The fresher the seafood, the better the salad will taste. If you can, buy seafood that is caught or harvested the same day you plan to make the salad.
  • Cook the seafood properly. Seafood should be cooked until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Overcooked seafood will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a variety of seafood. This will add flavor and texture to the salad. Some good options include shrimp, crab, lobster, scallops, and mussels.
  • Don't overdress the salad. A light dressing is all you need to enhance the flavor of the seafood and pasta. Too much dressing will make the salad soggy.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep the seafood and pasta from becoming overcooked.

Conclusion:

Creamy chilled seafood pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can create a salad that will be a hit with your family and friends.

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