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

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.

Hasan Mohammed
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This salad is not worth the effort. It's not very flavorful and it's not very filling.


Alihamzamehar Mehar
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This salad is too mayonnaise-y for my taste.


mdsajedul islam
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This salad is a bit bland. I would add some more seasoning to it next time.


Misar Tamam
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I'm not a huge fan of imitation crab, but this salad is delicious. The dressing is what makes it.


Akil Raj
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's perfect for picnics or potlucks.


Devin Tamayo
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I love the dressing on this salad. It's so flavorful.


Issrqla Issra
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This salad is so easy to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Jevan Hier
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Kevin McCormick
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've added different ingredients to it and it's always delicious.


Natasha Nachizya
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This salad is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing.


Inaya Express
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover imitation crab.


jayden franklin
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This salad is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


ShadowSP40 Torres
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Wow! This salad is amazing! I love the combination of flavors.


McEnroe Henry
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This salad is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Wild Gaming
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This salad is so good! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


MD Qaiser
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover imitation crab. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Mutesi Catalina
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I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a summer meal.


Pankaj Bedi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've added different ingredients to it, like chopped hard-boiled eggs, shredded cheese, and even cooked bacon. It's always delicious.


Md: Ariful Islam abir
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This salad was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it.