Description
A refreshing pasta salad with the bold flavors of a Bloody Mary, combining shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing for a perfect summer dish.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 2–3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp horseradish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in well-salted water according to package directions until al dente.
- Cool it down by draining and rinsing under cold water until no longer warm.
- Build the salad base in a large bowl by combining pasta, cooked shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, celery, and parsley.
- Make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Toss the salad with dressing until evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
- Serve cold with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Can be made ahead of time. Stir in a splash of olive oil or lemon juice before serving if the pasta absorbs too much dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American