Chinese Pasta Salad with Shellfish
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Chinese Pasta Salad with Shellfish, a refreshing fusion of tender pasta shells, succulent shrimp, and sweet crabmeat. Enhanced by crunchy julienned cucumber and carrot, aromatic scallions, and fresh cilantro, this dish is tossed in an irresistible dressing made with soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and a hint of ginger and garlic. Red chili flakes add a subtle kick, while toasted sesame seeds provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this chilled pasta salad is ideal as an appetizer or light main course, offering a delightful balance of textures and flavors that will impress any crowd. Perfect for seafood lovers and fans of Asian-inspired dishes alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Medium pasta shells
- 250 grams Cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 250 grams Cooked crabmeat
- 1 Cucumber (julienned)
- 1 Carrot (julienned)
- 3 Scallions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta shells, shrimp, crabmeat, cucumber, carrot, scallions, and cilantro.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad for added flavor and texture.
Serve chilled as a light and flavorful appetizer or main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2076 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.1 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 6333 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.8 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 166.2 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 583 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2595 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
