Shrimp & Crab Pasta Salad Recipe 😋🔥
Ingredients:
- 3 boxes tri-color rotini pasta
- 2 bags large raw shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 3 packs crab meat (imitation or real, chopped)
- 3 small cucumbers (diced)
- 1 bunch green onions (chopped)
- 1 pack cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 bottle Olive Garden Italian Dressing
- 1 stick butter
- Salad Supreme seasoning
- Old Bay seasoning
- Complete seasoning
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta:
- Boil the tri-color rotini pasta according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
- Cook the shrimp:
- Season shrimp with Old Bay and Complete seasoning.
- Melt 1 stick of butter in a pan and cook shrimp until pink and fully done.
- Prepare the mix-ins:
- Dice cucumbers, chop green onions, and halve cherry tomatoes.
- Chop crab meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine everything:
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta, shrimp, crab meat, cucumbers, green onions, and cherry tomatoes.
- Pour the Olive Garden Italian Dressing over the salad and mix well.
- Sprinkle Salad Supreme seasoning to taste.
- Chill & Serve:
- Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour for flavors to blend.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tips for the Best Pasta Salad:
✅ Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. Pre-cooked shrimp can be used but won’t absorb seasoning as well.
✅ Let it chill before serving—this enhances the flavors!
✅ For extra zest, add a splash of lemon juice.
✅ Adjust seasoning to taste; some like extra Old Bay for a spicier kick.
✅ Substitutions: You can swap crab meat for chicken, tuna, or lobster if preferred.
Servings:
This recipe makes about 10-12 servings, perfect for parties, potlucks, or meal prep!
Nutritional Information (per serving, estimated):
- Calories: ~320
- Protein: ~25g
- Carbs: ~40g
- Fat: ~10g
- Fiber: ~3g
Health Benefits of This Pasta Salad:
🥒 High in protein (from shrimp & crab) – great for muscle building.
🥗 Loaded with veggies – adds fiber & essential vitamins.
🫒 Healthy fats – Italian dressing & butter provide good fats.
🔥 Spices boost metabolism – Old Bay and Salad Supreme contain anti-inflammatory herbs.
Q&A:
❓ Can I make this ahead of time?
✅ Yes! It actually tastes better the next day after chilling overnight.
❓ What’s a good substitute for Olive Garden dressing?
✅ Try a mix of zesty Italian dressing + a little Parmesan cheese.
❓ Can I make this without seafood?
✅ Absolutely! Substitute with grilled chicken, tofu, or extra veggies.
❓ How long does it last in the fridge?
✅ About 3-4 days when stored in an airtight container.
Enjoy your Shrimp & Crab Pasta Salad! 🍤🥗🔥 Let me know if you need more tips! 😊