Description
Shrimp pasta salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly combines the flavors of plump shrimp, colorful vegetables, and a creamy lemon dill dressing. Ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or family dinners, this dish offers a satisfying taste of the sea with every bite. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare this delicious salad, making it an excellent choice for last-minute meals. Its versatility allows you to serve it as a main course or side dish, while its make-ahead option enhances the flavor profile as it chills. Enjoy this delightful recipe that is not only easy to make but also packed with nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups uncooked fusilli pasta
- 1 pound shrimp (31–40 size, thawed & peeled)
- 2 sticks celery (chopped small)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (chopped small)
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice + zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.
- In a separate pot, boil shrimp until pink (2–3 minutes). Transfer to an ice bath to cool.
- Chop celery and red onion; combine with pasta in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix mayo, lemon juice, zest, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss dressing into the pasta mixture until well coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill before serving to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg