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Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad

Simple and creamy pasta salad loaded with cooked shrimp and crab and tossed in with celery, chives, and Greek yogurt.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 343 kcal
Course: Main Course , Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces wheat short pasta
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2/3 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 lemon juice & zest of
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • salt and pepper to your taste
  • 8 ounce crab meat cut into bite-size pieces
  • 8 ounce pre-cooked shrimp cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/2 cup celery finely diced

Instructions

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  1. Boil the water in a large pot with some 1 teaspoon salt and a drizzle of 1 teaspoon olive oil.
  2. Add the 8 ounces wheat short pasta, stir well and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes or according to the package directions. Once done, drain the pasta in a colander and run under cold water; set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, in a salad bowl, whisk 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt together with the 1 lemon juice, zest, 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, 2 tablespoons chopped chives, and salt and pepper. Stir in the pasta and toss to evenly coat.
  4. Add in the 8 ounce pre-cooked shrimp, 8 ounce crab meat, 1/2 cup celery finely diced, and gently fold. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper, as needed.
  5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Substitutes:
  • Storage:
  • Place leftovers in a container and store in the fridge for 3-4 days. Serve cold.
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  • Use any pasta of choice, try lentil pasta for a healthier protein-packed option
  • You may use dairy-free yogurt instead of Greek yogurt
  • Make your own Old Bay seasoning by mixing equal amounts of the following spices: paprika, celery salt, celery seed, dry mustard, black pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, cayenne

Nutrition Information

Calories 343kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 47g (16%) Protein 34g (68%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 168mg (56%) Sodium 1523mg (63%) Potassium 400mg (11%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 149IU (3%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 185mg (19%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 343

% Daily Value*

Calories 343kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 47g 16%
Protein 34g 68%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 168mg 56%
Sodium 1523mg 63%
Potassium 400mg 9%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 149IU 3%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 185mg 19%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.