Description
A vibrant and flavorful creamy shrimp pasta salad perfect for summer picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (like rotini or fusilli)
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
- Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Gently toss them together, letting the colors shine.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Toss to coat: Pour the creamy dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated in that luscious creaminess.
- Chill: Cover the salad and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve and garnish: Before serving, garnish your pasta salad with fresh herbs for a bright, aromatic touch.
Notes
This salad is best served cold and develops more flavor after sitting. Perfect for meal prep!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg