- Ingredients
- Below is everything you’ll need to make this delicious Cajun Crab Pasta Salad recipe.
- You can use fresh frozen, or imitation crab depending on availability and budget.
- For the Salad:
- 12 oz 340 g rotini or elbow pasta
- 8 oz 225 g lump crab meat (or imitation crab, chopped)
- 1 cup diced celery
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup green bell pepper
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- For the Creamy Cajun Dressing:
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 –2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust for spice level
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
🧂 Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
Before you begin, gather these essential tools to make preparation easy and efficient:
Large pot – for boiling pasta
Strainer/colander – to drain and rinse pasta
Mixing bowls – one for the dressing, one for combining everything
Whisk or spoon – to blend the dressing
Cutting board and knife – for vegetables and crab
Rubber spatula – for folding ingredients gently
Optional but helpful:
Zester or microplane – for lemon zest
Measuring cups and spoons – to ensure precise flavors
