Cajun Shrimp Pasta Salad

Name: Cajun Shrimp Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, divided; black pepper, to taste; 1 lemon, juiced and divided; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1 lb rotini pasta, cooked and cooled; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 cup carrots, shredded; 2 stalks celery, diced; 1/2 cup green onions, sliced; 4 oz white cheddar cheese, cubed

@britscookin shares a creamy and flavorful Cajun Shrimp Pasta Salad, perfect for a quick lunch or a side dish. This recipe combines seasoned shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a zesty homemade dressing for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Total

30 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, divided
black pepper, to taste
1 lemon, juiced and divided
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 lb rotini pasta, cooked and cooled
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 cup carrots, shredded
2 stalks celery, diced
1/2 cup green onions, sliced
4 oz white cheddar cheese, cubed

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Instructions

1
In a bowl, season the shrimp with about half of the Cajun seasoning and black pepper. Mix to coat.
2
Cook the shrimp in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through.
3
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the cooked shrimp and set aside.
4
To make the dressing, combine mayonnaise and sour cream in a small bowl.
5
Add the remaining Cajun seasoning, juice from the other half of the lemon, black pepper, and garlic powder to the dressing.
6
Stir the dressing until it is smooth and creamy.
7
In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, diced bell pepper, shredded carrots, diced celery, sliced green onions, and cubed white cheddar cheese.
8
Add the cooked Cajun shrimp to the bowl.
9
Pour the prepared dressing over all the ingredients.
10
Gently mix everything together until the salad is evenly coated in dressing. Serve and enjoy.