Shrimp Scampi Pasta Salad
A creamy pasta salad featuring the flavors of shrimp scampi- this one's perfect for potlucks, picnics, & universal lunches.
Servings: 10
Calories: 478kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb radiatore pasta
- 2 lbs frozen shrimp scampi
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 cup celery chopped
- 1 bunch green onions thinly sliced
- 1 cup grape tomatoes halved lengthwise
- 6 tbsp seasoned juices from the cooked shrimp scampi
Instructions
- Cook the pasta, according to the package directions. Drain, and run under cold water- tossing until cool to the touch. Set aside.
- Cook the shrimp according to the package directions. Pick a couple of the plumpest shrimp, remove them from the skillet & set aside.
- Use a slotted spoon, letting the juices drain back into the pan, and remove the rest of the shrimp to a waiting cutting board. Roughly chop them.
- Scrape the pan, getting all the juicy bits and herbs up and whisked into the butter mixture. Measure 6 tablespoons of this out into a waiting prep bowl.
- To a large mixing bowl add the pasta, celery, onions, and tomatoes. Gently toss to evenly combine.
- In a separate, small mixing bowl whisk together the mayo, zest, garlic, & shrimp butter. Whisk together until smooth.
- Pour the dressing out over top of the salad mixture. Toss everything to coat evenly.
- Cover the pasta salad and chill for 2-3 hours before serving.
Notes
recipe adapted from A Dash Of Sanity
Nutrition
Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 256mg | Sodium: 916mg | Potassium: 233mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 398IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 3mg