Shrimp Pasta Salad

Shrimp Pasta Salad
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 35 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    613

A vibrant and refreshing summer salad featuring perfectly cooked pasta, succulent shrimp, and a tangy, herbaceous dressing. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light and flavorful lunch.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    34 g
  • Cholesterol
    99 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    15 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    664 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    29 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and cayenne pepper until well combined. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Add lemon juice and 1/3 cup chopped dill to the dressing. Whisk until thoroughly combined and set aside in the refrigerator. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the pasta shells and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente.

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Recipe View 5 mins Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to cool it slightly. Drain again thoroughly and transfer to a large bowl. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Add the halved shrimp, diced red bell pepper, and diced celery to the bowl with the pasta. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Pour the chilled dressing over the pasta mixture and mix thoroughly to coat all ingredients and fill the shells with dressing. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 hrs Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until thoroughly chilled. (2-3 hours)

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Recipe View 5 mins Before serving, stir the salad again. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt, black pepper, lemon juice, or cayenne pepper. If the salad seems dry, mix in a little more mayonnaise. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Garnish with a pinch of paprika and fresh dill sprigs before serving.

For an extra burst of flavor, try grilling the shrimp before adding it to the salad.
Feel free to customize the vegetables to your liking. Cucumber, cherry tomatoes, or avocado would be delicious additions.
Make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
If you don't have fresh dill, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of dried dill.
This salad is best served cold, so be sure to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.

Joshua Schmeler

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 204 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Moises Grimes

    I added some grilled corn to the salad, and it was amazing!

  • Rowan Kessler

    I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe!

  • Willa Skiles

    The dressing is a little too tangy for my taste, so I added a little bit of sugar to balance it out.

  • Retha Walker

    I made this for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.

  • Layne Mcclure

    This recipe is a keeper! The dressing is so flavorful, and the salad is so easy to make.

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