Pasta Salad with Baby Shrimp

Dive into the bright and refreshing flavors of this Pasta Salad with Baby Shrimp, a perfect balance of creamy mini shell pasta, tender baby shrimp, and crisp, vibrant vegetables. This quick and easy recipe combines the sweetness of cherry tomatoes with the crunch of cucumber and red bell pepper, all tied together by a tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and a hint of Dijon mustard. Ready in just 25 minutes, this chilled seafood pasta salad is an ideal make-ahead dish for potlucks, picnics, or light lunches. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of herby freshness, it’s a simple yet elegant meal that will keep you coming back for more. Whether you're looking for a healthy dinner option or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this flavorful pasta salad is sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups mini shell pasta
• 1 cup baby shrimp (cooked and peeled)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 small cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the mini shell pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and red bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion and parsley.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, baby shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.

Step 7

Cover the pasta salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy your refreshing Pasta Salad with Baby Shrimp!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1195.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2311.5

Total Fat 51.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 461.1mg	0%
Sodium 1872.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 116.2g	0%

Vitamin D 422.2IU	0%
Calcium 252.4mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2532.2mg	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: 20.0%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 60.1%