The BEST Seafood Pasta Salad

 

 

Ingredients

8 ounces of pasta (such as rotini or penne)
1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup crab meat
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shrimp, crab meat, celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the pasta and seafood mixture, then add the chopped dill. Toss everything until well coated.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with lemon wedges on the side.
Tips for Success
Be sure not to overcook the pasta; it should be al dente to hold up well in the salad.
Use fresh seafood for the best flavor, but if you’re in a pinch, canned or frozen options work too.
Adjust the seasoning to your taste, adding more lemon juice for extra tang or dill for added freshness.