Shrimp Dill Pasta Salad

Brighten up your table with this refreshing Shrimp Dill Pasta Salad, a perfect combination of zesty flavors and creamy textures that’s guaranteed to impress. Tender rotini pasta is tossed with succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy dressing made from a luscious blend of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and aromatic fresh dill. Accents of Dijon mustard, garlic, red onion, and celery add layers of crunch and bold flavor, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this chilled pasta salad is ideal for summer gatherings, meal prep, or as a light, protein-packed dish for lunch or dinner. Let the flavors meld in the refrigerator before serving to create an irresistible dish that’s as vibrant as it is delicious! Keywords: shrimp pasta salad, dill pasta salad, summer recipes, creamy pasta salad, easy shrimp recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 450 grams medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 300 grams rotini pasta
• 120 grams mayonnaise
• 120 grams Greek yogurt
• 4 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 0.5 cup red onion (finely diced)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup cucumber (diced)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool. Set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and allow them to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the cooked pasta, cooled shrimp, celery, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly in the dressing.

Step 5

Taste the pasta salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Step 6

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve the Shrimp Dill Pasta Salad cold, garnished with extra fresh dill if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1310.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1647.7

Total Fat 103.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1000.5mg	0%
Sodium 1250.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 121.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 388.7mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 2420.1mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 29.3%

Carbs: 14.6%