Shrimp Pasta Salad with Fresh Dill

Shrimp Pasta Salad with Fresh Dill
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    133

This vibrant Shrimp Pasta Salad is a celebration of summer flavors, featuring succulent shrimp, al dente pasta, and a creamy, tangy dill dressing. It's the perfect make-ahead dish for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    41 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    192 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
8 mins

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the seashell pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. (8-10 minutes)

02

Step
2 mins

Drain the pasta immediately and rinse thoroughly under cold running water to stop the cooking process and cool it completely. This ensures a vibrant and refreshing salad. (2 minutes)

03

Step
0 mins

In a large serving bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

04

Step
5 mins

Gently fold in the cooled pasta, drained shrimp, chopped celery, cucumber, diced tomatoes, and minced shallot into the dressing. Ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. (5 minutes)

05

Step
1 mins

Season the salad with sea salt to taste, adjusting as needed to enhance the flavors. (1 minute)

06

Step
2 hrs

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. (120 minutes)

For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the dressing.
If fresh dill is not available, you can substitute with 1 tablespoon of dried dill, but the fresh dill truly elevates the dish.
Feel free to customize the vegetables to your liking. Bell peppers, red onion, or even avocado would be delicious additions.
To prevent the tomatoes from making the salad watery, you can gently squeeze out some of the excess juice before adding them.
This salad is best served chilled. It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooper Windler

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 44 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Rico Kilback

    I let it sit in the fridge overnight and it was even better the next day!

  • Nicklaus Hagenes

    I made this for a potluck and it was completely gone within an hour! I'll definitely be making it again.

  • Ardith Schoen

    Be careful not to overcook the pasta, or it will be mushy.

  • Alejandrin Cronin

    My family loves this salad! It's so easy to make and perfect for a quick lunch.

  • Christy Doyle

    The dressing is so creamy and flavorful. I'll be using it on other salads too!

  • Ansel Simonis

    I substituted Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise and it was still delicious and a bit healthier.

  • Shaniya Swaniawski

    I grilled the shrimp before adding it and it added a nice smoky flavor.

  • Billy Wehner

    This salad was a hit at our barbecue! Everyone loved the fresh dill flavor.

  • Giovanny Tromp

    I added some red bell pepper for extra crunch and it was delicious!

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