This shrimp pasta salad with ranch dressing is a quick and satisfying meal. With plenty of shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy, flavorful dressing, it can easily stand alone as a dish. Give it a try!
What to Include in a Pasta Salad?
- Spiral Pasta: Ideal for salads because its shape captures the dressing well.
- Shrimp: Use peeled, cooked medium shrimp for ease and speed.
- Tomato & Sweet Red Pepper: Add freshness and color.
- Green Onion & Parsley: Enhance the salad with flavor and aroma.
- Dressing Ingredients: Mayonnaise, ranch dressing, seafood cocktail sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper create a perfect, slightly tangy dressing for a seafood salad.
How to Prepare Shrimp Pasta Salad?
1. Cook Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
2. Make Dressing: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ranch dressing, seafood cocktail sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, combine pasta, shrimp, chopped tomato, sweet red pepper, green onion, and parsley. Stir in the dressing. Use all the dressing for a creamy salad, or 1/2 to 3/4 if you prefer less. Remember, pasta will absorb some dressing over time, so you can add more later if needed.
Storage Tips:
Shelf Life: The salad lasts up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Store in an airtight container and avoid leaving it out for long.
Should You Rinse Pasta?
Rinsing with cold water stops the cooking process quickly. This can prevent sticking, but use immediately if rinsed.
Make Ahead Tips
You can prepare this salad a day in advance. Use half the dressing initially, then add the rest before serving.
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Amazing Shrimp Pasta Salad
This shrimp pasta salad with ranch dressing is a quick and satisfying meal. With plenty of shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy, flavorful dressing, it can easily stand alone as a dish. Give it a try!
Ingredients
- 3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
- 1 lb medium cooked shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomato
- 1/2 cup sliced green onion
- 1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/3 cup seafood cocktail sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil pasta, then drain.
- Mix dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Combine pasta, shrimp, vegetables, onion, and parsley. Add dressing to taste.
Notes
For a super creamy texture, use all the dressing. Adjust according to preference.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 322Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 134mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 18g
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AdnaLilo
Tuesday 6th of August 2024
Not until I have the chance to make this dish. It sounds wonderfully delicious and my comments will come after I have tried this recipe. 😊