Shrimp Dill Pasta Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Shrimp Dill Pasta Salad, a perfect combination of zesty flavors and creamy textures that’s guaranteed to impress. Tender rotini pasta is tossed with succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy dressing made from a luscious blend of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and aromatic fresh dill. Accents of Dijon mustard, garlic, red onion, and celery add layers of crunch and bold flavor, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this chilled pasta salad is ideal for summer gatherings, meal prep, or as a light, protein-packed dish for lunch or dinner. Let the flavors meld in the refrigerator before serving to create an irresistible dish that’s as vibrant as it is delicious! Keywords: shrimp pasta salad, dill pasta salad, summer recipes, creamy pasta salad, easy shrimp recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 300 grams rotini pasta
- 120 grams mayonnaise
- 120 grams Greek yogurt
- 4 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 0.5 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool. Set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and allow them to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked pasta, cooled shrimp, celery, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly in the dressing.
Taste the pasta salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Shrimp Dill Pasta Salad cold, garnished with extra fresh dill if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.4 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1000 mg | 334% | |
| Sodium | 1251 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 121.3 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2420 mg | 51% | |
*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.
