Shrimp Pasta Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Shrimp Pasta Salad is the ultimate dish for warm-weather dining or any potluck occasion. Featuring tender rotini pasta, succulent pan-seared shrimp seasoned with paprika, and a vibrant mix of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion, this recipe excels in combining texture and taste. The creamy yet tangy dressing, made with a unique blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic, perfectly ties the ingredients together, creating a salad that's both light and satisfying. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes and served chilled, this versatile dish serves as a delightful entrée or a crowd-pleasing side. Ideal for summer barbecues or easy meal prep, this Shrimp Pasta Salad is a must-try for seafood lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 12 ounces rotini pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the shrimp and season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the cooked shrimp to the bowl with the pasta and vegetables.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the shrimp pasta salad chilled, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1655.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2937.2

Total Fat 112.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1005.5mg	0%
Sodium 3540.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 322.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 162.1g	0%

Vitamin D 811.1IU	0%
Calcium 463.1mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 3314.4mg	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: 34.4%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 43.7%