Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad Perfection for Easy Meals
A creamy shrimp pasta salad made with tender pasta, juicy shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a smooth lemon dressing, perfect for gatherings or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 ounces rotini or penne pasta
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup celery, finely diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until firm yet tender, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- Cook shrimp in boiling water until opaque and pink, then cool quickly and drain.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add pasta and shrimp, then toss to coat evenly.
- Add celery, bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes.
- Fold in parsley and drizzle with olive oil.
- Chill before serving and stir again prior to serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If the salad thickens after chilling, mix in a small amount of dressing or lemon juice before serving to adjust consistency.