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Zesty Shrimp Remoulade Pasta Salad: A Bold, Flavorful Twist on a Classic

A flavorful pasta salad with shrimp and a creamyremoulade dressing, bringing the taste of New Orleans to your table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound medium shell pasta cooked until al dente in salted water
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Creole mustard
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon horseradish
  • 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Creole or Cajun seasoning like Tony Chachere’s
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 pound small cooked shrimp

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Pasta: Boil the pasta in a pot of salted water, following the package directions, until it reaches an al dente texture. Drain, rinse under cold water to cool, and set aside.
  • Make the Remoulade Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Creole mustard, ketchup, horseradish, Tabasco sauce, sugar, and Creole seasoning. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
  • Add Vegetables and Shrimp: Add the celery, green onions, and diced red bell pepper to the bowl with the dressing. Toss in the cooked shrimp, stirring until everything is well coated.
  • Combine with Pasta: Gently fold the cooled pasta shells into the mixture, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated with the dressing.
  • Chill and Serve: Seal and chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of one hour to let the flavors combine beautifully. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
Keyword Shrimp Remoulade Pasta Salad
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