Seafood Pasta with Shrimp Crab (Print Version)
Pasta, shrimp, and crab combined with veggies and creamy lemon dressing for a refreshing meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta & Seafood
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8 ounces rotini, penne, or preferred short pasta
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1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 cup fresh crab meat, checked for shells
→ Fresh Vegetables
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1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
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1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
→ Creamy Dressing
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
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Lemon wedges, for serving
# Steps:
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Boil pasta in generously salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and rinse under cold water to halt cooking. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, gently combine the cooled pasta, cooked shrimp, crab meat, celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss carefully to distribute ingredients evenly.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the dressing is smooth.
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Pour the dressing over the pasta and seafood mixture. Add fresh chopped dill and toss gently until all components are thoroughly coated.
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Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold, garnished with lemon wedges.
# Notes:
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For optimal texture, ensure pasta is fully cooled before mixing with seafood and vegetables.