Pasta Salad With Baby Shrimp Recipe

Elevate your pasta salad game with this quick and easy recipe! This vibrant dish combines tender pasta, juicy baby shrimp, and a zesty creamy dressing for a refreshing meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. A delicious twist on classic macaroni salad, it's ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 329.2 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pasta Salad With Baby Shrimp

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How to Make Pasta Salad With Baby Shrimp

  1. Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled.
  2. While pasta cooks, finely chop 1/2 cup red onion and 1/2 cup green bell pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add 1 cup mayonnaise to the bowl and stir until well combined.
  5. Gently fold in the cooked pasta, chopped onion, and green pepper.
  6. Add 1 pound cooked baby shrimp (pre-cooked is recommended for convenience).
  7. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

10g

Carbs

14g