Best 9 Chilled Shrimp Pasta Salad Recipes

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Shrimp pasta salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, and picnics. Made with tender shrimp, cooked pasta, a variety of vegetables, and a light and tangy dressing, this chilled salad is simple to prepare and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic version with mayonnaise-based dressing, a lighter vinaigrette, or a creamy avocado-based sauce, you'll find a recipe here to satisfy your taste buds. So get ready to dive into the delicious world of chilled shrimp pasta salad and enjoy this versatile dish in all its glory!

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CREAMY SHRIMP PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 pound campanelle pasta
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup champagne vinegar
1/4 cup mascarpone, at room temperature
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 pound jumbo (21/25 count) peeled and cooked shrimp, cut in half
1 cup grated Parmesan
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup sweet peppadew peppers, thinly sliced
1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Strain and allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mascarpone, Dijon and 2 teaspoons salt. Add the pasta, shrimp, Parmesan, peas, peppers and fennel; toss to coat. Fold in the basil and dill. Serve at room temperature or cold.

CHILLED SHRIMP PASTA SALAD



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This chilled salad, along with a nice cool drink, is all you need on a hot summer day. It also makes a nice side dish for sharing anytime. -Mary Price, Youngstown, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked small pasta shells
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup horseradish sauce
2 tablespoons grated onion
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked small shrimp
1 large cucumber, seeded and chopped
3 celery ribs, thinly sliced
Red lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water., In a large bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, horseradish sauce, onion, seasoned salt and pepper. Stir in shrimp, cucumber, celery and pasta. Refrigerate until serving. If desired, serve on lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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Low-calorie main dish with no added salt. Serve with crackers or whole grain French bread...great for outdoor summer meals. Can also be used as a side dish.

Provided by CallaLily

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
1 pound cooked shrimp, chilled
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ red onion, thinly sliced
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (such as Mrs. Dash®)
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Run pasta under cold water and let cool in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add shrimp, tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, broccoli, vinegar, garlic, oil, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Toss well, coating everything with the spices, oil, and vinegar. Chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Serve cold; sprinkle Parmesan over individual servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 149 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 212.5 mg, Sugar 5 g

CREAMY SHRIMP PASTA SALAD



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Yummy and well suited for summer entertaining. The colors make the dish pretty, but it's healthy and filling, too. Made with fat-free mayo, you can't go wrong.

Provided by Cinnamom in Illinois

Categories     Healthy

Time 28m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) package frozen cooked baby shrimp
1/2 lb small shell pasta (can also use ditalini or elbow macaroni)
1 stalk celery, without leaves, diced fine
1 small yellow sweet onion, diced fine
1/2 green pepper, cored, seeded, rinsed and diced
1 medium carrot, peeled and shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dill (2 teaspoons if using fresh)
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Put shrimp in colander and run under cool water to defrost.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and run under cool water to stop cooking; drain again and place into large bowl.
  • Add shrimp and all vegetables to the pasta and stir lightly to distribute colors evenly.
  • In a separate medium-sized bowl, mix mayonnaise, spices and lemon juice. Whisk together to make a smooth dressing, and pour over pasta, shrimp and veggies.
  • Stir gently to coat all ingredients, cover, and chill at least two hours.
  • (If needed or wanted, a dollop or two more mayo may be added without changing other ingredients.).

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD



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I adore shrimp, so discovering it in this pasta salad recipe was a real treat for me. The lemon-dill sauce is light and bright. It's one of our favorite cold pasta salad recipes! -Traci Wynne, Denver, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells (about 2-2/3 cups)
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, chopped
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again., In a large bowl, combine pasta, shrimp, peas, green onions and parsley. Mix remaining ingredients; stir into pasta mixture. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

12 BEST COLD SHRIMP PASTA SALAD RECIPES



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It can be hard to find the perfect shrimp pasta salad recipe. You want something that is flavorful and satisfying, but not so heavy that you'll feel weighed down by it. Luckily, I've done the work for you-I've rounded up my top 12 favorite cold shrimp pasta salad recipes!I've got everything from classic recipes to more modern takes on this dish. So whether you're looking for something simple and basic or something with a little more flair, there's sure to be a recipe here that will fit your needs perfectly.

Provided by HappyMuncher

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Shrimp Pasta Salad from The Recipe Critic
Shrimp and Pasta Shell Salad from AllRecipes
Chilled Shrimp Pasta Salad from Taste of Home
Shrimp Macaroni Salad from Fantabulosity
Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad from Stress Baking
Shrimp Louis Pasta Salad from Food.com
Aunt Bee's Southern Shrimp Pasta Salad Recipe from The Seasoned Mom
Bloody Mary Shrimp Pasta Salad from WonkyWonderful
Shrimp pasta salad with ranch dressing from 100kRecipes
Mediterranean Shrimp and Pasta Salad from MyGourmetConnection
Mayo Pasta Salad with Shrimp from SaltySideDish
Greek Orzo Pasta Salad with Grilled Shrimp from ChefDeHome

Steps:

  • Pick your favorite recipe from this list to serve with your meal(s).
  • Prepare the ingredients according to the recipe.
  • Be ready to munch in no time!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD



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This easy shrimp pasta salad is ready in minutes! Made with healthy ingredients, veggies and bright lemon dressing. Perfect for potlucks.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni (or similar small pasta, such as mini shells (about 2 cups uncooked macaroni))
1 pound frozen salad shrimp (thawed and patted dry, or use roughly chopped peeled and deveined cooked shrimp)
1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)
1 red bell pepper (cored and cut into a 1/4-inch dice)
1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
2 green onions (finely chopped (about 1/4 cup))
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
2/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 1/2 lemon)
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus additional to taste)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (plus additional to taste)
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta to al dente according to the package instructions. Drain in a colander, then rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Shake off as much water as possible. Let the colander with the pasta sit in the sink or on a towel to continue draining while you prepare the rest of the salad.
  • In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the dressing ingredients: Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, white vinegar, Dijon, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  • In a large serving bowl, place the shrimp, celery, bell pepper, peas, green onion, and dill. Shake the pasta once more, then add it to the bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
  • If time allows, place the pasta in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour prior to serving. Enjoy directly from the fridge or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 194 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 144 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD WITH CUCUMBER AND DILL



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Forget deli-style pasta salad, and try this version with shrimp, cucumber, dill, and a bright lemon dressing. You can even make it up to a day ahead.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Coarse salt and ground pepper
3/4 pound large shell pasta
1 pound large peeled and deveined shrimp, tails on (if desired)
1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1/2 cup roughly chopped dill
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Add shrimp, and cook just until opaque throughout, about 30 seconds. Drain, and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Drain again.
  • Transfer pasta mixture to a bowl; toss with cucumber and dill. In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, oil, lemon juice, and Dijon; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add dressing to pasta mixture, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g

CHILLED SHRIMP SALAD



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Provided by Jennifer Iserloh

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Feta     Watermelon     Shrimp     Spring     Chill     Healthy     Self     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Dressing:
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
6 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Salad:
Juice and rind from 1 lemon
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 pound large shrimp (tail intact)
4 chunks watermelon (1 pound each), cut from the rind,
1 pound heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/3 cup crumbled feta
1/4 cup fresh basil, torn

Steps:

  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender. Fill a 4-quart saucepan with water and bring to a boil; add lemon juice, lemon rind, garlic, bay leaf, peppercorns and salt. Add shrimp, cover, remove from heat and let stand until shrimp is cooked, about 15 minutes. Drain and cool 10 minutes, then refrigerate 30 minutes. Line a large platter with watermelon and tomatoes. Top with shrimp, feta and basil. Drizzle with dressing.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, succulent shrimp.
  • Cook the shrimp correctly to avoid overcooking and becoming tough.
  • Use a variety of flavorful vegetables to add color and crunch to the salad.
  • Use a flavorful dressing that complements the shrimp and vegetables.
  • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cheese for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Chilled shrimp pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its combination of succulent shrimp, colorful vegetables, and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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