Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Shrimp Pasta Salad:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (about 225g) of pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
- 1 pound (about 450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, black olives, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and shrimp mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
- If using, sprinkle feta cheese over the top and gently toss again.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve chilled.
Enjoy your delicious Shrimp Pasta Salad! Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the quantities of ingredients to suit your taste.
