Delicious Spaghetti Shrimp Salad Recipe

This Spaghetti Shrimp Salad is the perfect dish for a light and refreshing meal. The combination of tender shrimp, al dente spaghetti, and crisp vegetables tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing creates a delightful blend of flavors and textures. It's great for a quick lunch or dinner, and perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 English cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water, then set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the shrimp and vegetable mixture, and toss to coat evenly.
5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the salad and gently toss everything together until well combined.
6. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve the Spaghetti Shrimp Salad chilled, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Interesting Facts