Curry Shrimp Pasta Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Curry Shrimp Pasta Salad, a fusion of creamy, zesty, and aromatic ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. Succulent sautéed shrimp and al dente rotini pasta form the heart of this dish, while a luscious dressing of curry-spiced mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, lime juice, and a hint of honey brings everything together. Crisp veggies like diced red bell pepper, celery, and red onion add crunch and color, complemented by a fresh pop of cilantro. Perfect as a chilled side dish or a light main course, this salad is ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for warm-weather gatherings, meal prep, or weeknight dinners. If you're searching for a unique twist on traditional pasta salad, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 250 grams rotini or bow-tie pasta
• 120 milliliters mayonnaise
• 60 milliliters plain Greek yogurt
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 0.5 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper. Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, curry powder, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the bowl with the dressing. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 5

Stir in the sautéed shrimp, red bell pepper, celery, red onion, and cilantro. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined and coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a main dish or side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1378.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2491.8

Total Fat 111.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 1002.7mg	0%
Sodium 5051.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 148.1g	0%

Vitamin D 804.7IU	0%
Calcium 417.3mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 2502.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 37.5%