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Crab and Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe

This Crab and Avocado Pasta Salad is a fresh and flavorful dish that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat. The creamy avocado and tender crab meat pair beautifully with the zesty dressing and pasta, creating a salad that feels both indulgent and healthy.
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Course Appetizer
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz pasta fusilli, bowtie, or penne work best
  • 8 oz crab meat fresh, canned, or imitation
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • 2 cups baby spinach or arugula optional
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: Lemon wedges or additional fresh dill

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and cool.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
  • Combine pasta, crab, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and spinach in a large bowl.
  • Toss with the dressing and garnish with dill and lemon wedges.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!
Keyword Crab and Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe
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