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Shrimp Pasta Salad

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This light and refreshing Shrimp Pasta Salad combines tender shrimp, pasta, crunchy veggies, and a zesty lemon-dijon dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, BBQs, or quick lunches, and it tastes even better the next day!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 38 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 lbs cooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
  • 1 pound pasta (cooked, drained, and cooled)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, chives, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Chop the shrimp into thirds.
  3. In a large bowl, toss together the shrimp, pasta, red bell pepper, celery, peas, and red onion.
  4. Gently fold in the dressing, making sure not to break up the shrimp too much, until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Stir in the fresh dill and parsley. Cover the salad and chill for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, sprinkle with extra herbs and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

Notes

  • This salad is best served chilled, and it can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
  • For extra crunch, try adding some sliced almonds or toasted breadcrumbs on top before serving.
  • Feel free to swap out the shrimp for other seafood like crab or lobster, or even grilled chicken for a different twist.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing, Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 260 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg