Description
Shrimp Pasta Salad is the best dish to bring to any party. This dish is has a zing to it that will help bring those family gatherings and neighborhood potlucks to life.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces macaroni, uncooked
- 1 tablespoon onion , minced
- 2/3 cup celery , diced finely
- 1/2 cup red pepper , diced finely
- 1 1/3 cup small cooked shrimp
- cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook pasta according to box directions for al dente. Strain and run under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Meanwhile combine diced onion, celery, and red pepper to a large mixing bowl. Toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients including olive oil, lemon juice, sugar, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper.
- Add cooked and cooled pasta to mixing bowl, toss to combine with chopped vegetables.
- Add shrimp, stir to combine.
- Add dressing and toss until well combined.
- Place in refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
