Keto Seafood Pasta Salad

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This Keto Seafood Pasta Salad is a refreshing, creamy, and delicious dish. It has lots of proteins, which is great for having it after a workout. This recipe doesn’t require much prep time as it gets prepared in only twenty-five minutes. Make this dish with a combination of shrimp, Crab meat, celery, onions, cucumber, mayonnaise, seasonings, and dill. These components are effortlessly obtainable from grocery stores or in the pantry. Use the Keto Shirataki or lupin pasta in place of regular pasta to make the keto dish. This dish contains dairy, such as cheese and mayonnaise, so it is not good for people with dairy intolerance. It stores perfectly well in the fridge for some time, but don’t freeze it because the mayonnaise will separate. Keto Seafood Pasta Salad contains 3.8 g of net carbs, so we can easily have this salad without any guilt.

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STATS:

  • Number of calories: 310 kcal
  • Prep duration: 15 minutes
  • Cooking duration: Ten minutes
  • Overall duration: Twenty-five minutes
  • Portion size: 1 cup
  • Course: Salad, Main
  • Portion: 4 servings
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Keto

EQUIPMENT:

  • Strainer
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Small pan

INGREDIENTS:

  • 8 oz. keto pasta
  • 6 oz. cooked shrimp
  • ¼ cup red onion
  • 4 oz. crab meat
  • ¼ cup cucumber
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp. lemon juice
  • Salt & pepper
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup celery
  • ½ tsp. Old Bay seasoning
  • Fresh dill
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder

INGREDIENT NOTES:

KETO PASTA:

  • Keto pasta, like shirataki, lupin, or zoodles, is required to prepare keto recipes. It adds texture without the additional carb content. Properly wash the pasta & make it as directed on the package.

SHRIMP:

  • Shrimp is added to this pasta to add protein. It adds a mild flavor of seafood. Use the clean and cooked shrimp to save time, and make small pieces it gets easy to distribute.

CRAB MEAT:

  • Use the crab meat to add the sweet and seafood taste to the salad. We have to use the real crab instead of imitation to keep the recipe keto. Imitation crab contains starch, so it is not good for this diet.

CELERY:

  • Celery adds crunchiness to the salad and also makes it refreshing. Make the small and equal-sized dice to provide the texture and bulk in the salad.

RED ONIONS:

  • Red onions add a sharp taste and color to the salad. Small quantities of onions are enough to provide the flavor without adding intensity.

CUCUMBER:

  • Cucumber keeps the salad fresh and hydrating; peel if the skins are tough. Remove seeds if using English cucumbers to prevent sogginess.

MAYONNAISE:

  • Use the mayonnaise to create the creamy foundation of the dressing. It adds healthy fats and also balances the keto diet. Use the avocado or olive oil-based mayonnaise for this diet.

LEMON JUICE:

  • This juice provides a tangy taste and adds brightness to the recipe. It cuts the richness of this salad. Use the fresh juice for good results, as a bottle of lemon juice doesn’t provide the same flavor.

DIJON MUSTARD:

  • Dijon mustard provides the deep taste in the salad. It also adds the tangy flavor and combines the dressing. Don’t use the sweet mustard as it contains more carbohydrate content.

GARLIC POWDER:

  • It provides a savory taste equally in the salad. Don’t use the garlic, as it doesn’t distribute equally and adds a very sharp taste.

OLD BAY SEASONING:

  • Old Bay seasoning adds the traditional seafood taste and slight spice to the recipe. It is not necessary to add this, but if we add it, it enriches the taste of this salad.

SALT:

  • Salt is added to enrich the flavor of this dish. Add them slowly because seafood already adds salt. We add the salt after tasting the salad if required.

BLACK PEPPER:

  • Use the black pepper to add a slight spice to the pasta salad. It should be freshly ground for the fresh taste.

DILL:

  • Dill adds a bright flavor and pairs perfectly with the seafood and lemon. Use in small quantities, or it will add an intense flavor.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Properly wash the pasta and cook it as directed on the box.
  2. Make the small bites of shrimp.
  3. Take a big vessel and add the shrimp, celery, crabs, onions, & cucumber.
  4. Then we grab a small dish and add the Dijon Mustard, lemon juice, mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, & garlic powder.
  5. Include the cooked pasta in the mixing dish, and add the dressing.
  6. Mix all of these components till they combine well.
  7. Sprinkle some black pepper, dill, and salt if required.
  8. Now chill it for 30 minutes and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • Pair some leafy greens with this cold and refreshing salad.
  • Serve some grilled chicken or salmon along with this seafood salad.
  • Include some boiled eggs in this salad.

TIPS:

  • We have to chill the salad to enrich the taste, if possible.
  • Alter the quantity of mayonnaise to add a creamy texture.
  • Include the diced pickles to add the crunchiness.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Add the salad to the covered box and store it for 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • The mayonnaise and seafood texture will not remain the same, so it is best to avoid freezing the salad.

FAQs:

Is imitation crab good for a keto diet?

  • Imitation crab contains some starch content, so it is not good for this keto diet.

Can I add tuna in their place?

  • We can easily add tuna in their place or with them. It works nicely in this salad.

Which keto pasta is best to add to this salad?

  • Shirataki noodles contain the lowest carb content in comparison to all keto pastas, so it is best off course. You can also use the lupin pasta for texture or zoodles.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 310 kcal

Total carbs: 7.2g

Fiber: 3.4g

Net carbs: 3.8g

Protein: 22.6g

Fat: 21.4g

Sodium: 488mg

Potassium: 227mg

Calcium: 54mg

Iron: 1.8mg

Vitamin A: 0.04g  

Portion size: 200g