Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 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

Servings: persons

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

1
Put shrimp in colander and run under cool water to defrost.
2
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and run under cool water to stop cooking; drain again and place into large bowl.
3
Add shrimp and all vegetables to the pasta and stir lightly to distribute colors evenly.
4
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.
5
Stir gently to coat all ingredients, cover, and chill at least two hours.
6
(If needed or wanted, a dollop or two more mayo may be added without changing other ingredients.).

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 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, and more.

Yes, Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad

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