Shrimp Pasta Salad

A refreshing and satisfying pasta salad featuring tender shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light meal on its own.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz pasta preferably fusilli or penne
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced assorted colors
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta until it is al dente

Run cold water over the drain and rinse

Put the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell peppers, black olives, and parsley in a large bowl

The dressing is made by whisking olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper together in a different bowl

Grill the shrimp in a pan over medium-high heat for about two to three minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque

Add shrimp that has been cooked to the pasta

Cover the pasta and shrimp with the dressing

Gentle toss to cover everything evenly

Put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors can mix

Serve cold, and if you want, add more parsley to the top