Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad
Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad balances tender penne with juicy shrimp in a tangy Greek yogurt, lemon, and Dijon dressing. Bright scallions and a hint of cheddar add contrast, while thin lemon slices keep it fresh and lively. Ideal for a warm-weather lunch, picnic spread, or a light dinner that still feels satisfying.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 1 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 22
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk the yogurt, chicken broth, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and 1 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- 2
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Stir in the penne and return to a boil. Cook the penne uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet slightly firm, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse the penne under cold water until slightly cooled.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- 4
Toss the shrimp with 2 tablespoons oil in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a glass baking dish.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until the shrimp are bright pink and cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
- 6
Toss the pasta with the dressing in a bowl; stir in the shrimp and scallions. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and pepper; garnish with Cheddar and lemon slices.
- Calories 342.51 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 27.69 g Good Source 55%
- Carbohydrate 26.98 g 10%
- Total Fat 14.53 g Moderate 19%
- Saturated Fat 4.68 g High 23%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 193.73 mg High 65%
- Sodium 307.71 mg Moderate 13%
- Dietary Fiber 2.32 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 2.53 g --
- Added Sugars 0.31 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 215.26 mg Moderate 17%
- Iron 0.8 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 134.01 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 3.43 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 14.01 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.12 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad is made with 14 ingredients and serves 5. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Dijon Mustard, and Green Onion. Each serving provides about 342.51 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Dijon Mustard, Green Onion, Lemon. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 342.51 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad healthy?
- Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 342.51 calories and 27.69 g of protein, or 55% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 307.71 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.68 g (23% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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