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Irresistible Asian Pasta Salad with Shrimp - thegirlskitchen

A vibrant and flavorful Asian pasta salad featuring succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a tangy sesame soy dressing, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1.25 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)

Pasta

  • 1.25 lb fusilli pasta I always use Barilla for a perfect al dente texture

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 cup carrots (julienned into thin matchsticks)
  • 1 cup red bell peppers (thinly sliced into 2-inch strips)
  • 1 cup purple cabbage
  • 1 cup green cabbage
  • 1/2 cup red onions
  • 1/4 cup spinach

Dressing & Flavorings

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise I prefer Hellmann's for the creamiest base
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce use Kikkoman for the most authentic flavor
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1.5 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp ginger (finely grated to release the juices)
  • 2-3 cloves garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 cup green onions
  • 1.5 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted until golden for extra crunch)

Instructions
 

  • Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shrimp, and all chopped vegetables.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and lime juice to make the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
  • Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp in a little soy sauce and garlic before cooking.
Keyword pasta, Shrimp