CRAB AND ORZO SALAD

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This salad is a great addition to that summertime BBQ

Provided by SWIZZLESTICKS

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups uncooked orzo pasta
1 pound cooked crabmeat
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
3 green onions, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chili sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 drops hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo, and cook 11 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and place in the refrigerator about 1 hour, until chilled.
  • In a large bowl, toss together orzo, crabmeat, tomatoes, carrot, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and green onions.
  • In a small bowl, blend mayonnaise, chili sauce, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and hot pepper sauce. Pour over the orzo mixture, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 64.5 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 909.9 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Miiro
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover crab. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Falcon Fist
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This salad is a bit too complicated to make. I think I would use a simpler recipe next time. Otherwise, it was a good salad.


Rakesh Jayswal
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Efrata Essayas
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This salad is a great way to celebrate a special occasion. It's also a great way to impress your friends. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mehak ishaq
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This salad was a bit too expensive to make. I think I would use less expensive ingredients next time. Otherwise, it was a good salad.


Leonel Moraga
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it! The crab and orzo were a great combination, and the dressing was light and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Aaliyah Santos Ramales
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover crab. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


absgot
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This salad is a bit too time-consuming to make. I think I would use a pre-made dressing next time. Otherwise, it was a good salad.


Daryl Wingo
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I made this salad for my husband and he loved it. He said it was the best crab salad he had ever had. I would definitely make this again.


VINSMOOKE YT
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mark Mcquinn
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add some more spices next time. Otherwise, it was a good salad.


Bikram thapa magar
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. The crab was fresh and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The dressing was light and tangy. I would definitely make this again.


Smanga Khumalo
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I'm a professional chef and I have to say, this salad is one of the best I've ever had. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is amazing. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.


iiOTK0
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This salad was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time. Otherwise, it was a good salad.


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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The crab and orzo were a great combination, and the dressing was light and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Kathryn
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This salad was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The crab and orzo were cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Travis Broome
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this salad. The crab was fresh and flaky, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The dressing was light and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Tabish Ranjha
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This crab and orzo salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the salad was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.