Shrimp Pasta Salad with Asian Dressing

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly delicious, this Shrimp Pasta Salad with Asian Dressing is the perfect harmony of bold flavors and vibrant textures. Tender shrimp and al dente farfalle pair beautifully with crunchy julienned vegetables like carrots and cucumber, sweet red bell peppers, and protein-packed edamame. The star of the dish is the mouthwatering homemade Asian-inspired dressing, a delightful blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger, with a hint of heat from optional chili flakes. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro for a fragrant garnish, this salad is easy to prepare in just 35 minutes and makes for a refreshing, chilled meal perfect for lunch, potlucks, or light dinners. Whether you're searching for recipes for shrimp salads, Asian pasta dishes, or summer-ready meals, this recipe ticks all the boxes and is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 300 grams Farfalle (bow-tie pasta) or any pasta of choice
• 1 medium Carrot, julienned
• 1 medium Cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 100 grams Edamame, shelled and cooked
• 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
• 30 grams Cilantro leaves, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Honey
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds, toasted
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste 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 and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set it aside.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, lightly season the shrimp with salt and black pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 3

Prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using) in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cooked shrimp, julienned carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, edamame, and green onions.

Step 5

Pour the Asian dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro leaves for garnish.

Step 7

Refrigerate the salad for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy your Shrimp Pasta Salad with Asian Dressing!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1489.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2239.7

Total Fat 52.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 878.8mg	0%
Sodium 5032.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 296.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.1g	0%
Total Sugars 50.0g
Protein 169.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 616.2mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 3537.8mg	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: 20.2%

Protein: 29.0%

Carbs: 50.7%