Seafood Pasta Salad with Crab

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound dried pasta, such as penne or bow-tie
• 1 cup cooked crab meat
• 1/2 cup red onion, diced
• 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes for pasta

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. Combine crab meat, onion, bell pepper, celery, and corn in a large bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
4. Add pasta to the crab mixture and pour over the dressing. Toss to coat.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300 per serving
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and flavorful
• Perfect for summer gatherings
• Can be easily customized with different vegetables or seafood

User Comments:

• "This pasta salad is delicious! I especially love the combination of crab and corn."
• "The dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and creamy."
• "I've made this pasta salad several times and it's always a hit with my guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh, high-quality seafood for the best flavor.
• If you don't have any cooked crab meat, you can substitute canned crab meat.
• Feel free to add or remove vegetables to suit your taste.
• For a more flavorful salad, let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.