How to Make Shrimp Pasta Salad With a Creamy Lemon Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp pasta salad with a creamy lemon dressing is a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for warm-weather gatherings, potlucks, or just a light and refreshing meal at home. This dish combines tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and crisp, colorful vegetables, all dressed in a creamy and tangy lemon dressing. It's a great way to showcase the fresh flavors of summer and is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 10 ounces penne pasta
  • 40 medium shrimp, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup chopped scallions (green onions)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ½ lemon, thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Whisk yogurt, chicken broth, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and 1 teaspoon black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water until pasta is slightly cooled.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Toss shrimp and 2 tablespoons olive oil together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a glass baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Toss pasta with dressing in a bowl. Add shrimp and scallions; season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and more pepper. Garnish pasta salad with Cheddar cheese and lemon slices.
  • Nutrition

    382 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 136mg
    • Sodium: 760mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 136mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 291mg