SUMMER TIME SHRIMP & PASTA SALAD

This shrimp and pasta recipe is one dish meal or a perfect dish for your next cook out! The savory shrimp goes perfectly with the sweet tomatoes and tender pasta. Kick thisvrecipe up by using my Spicy blend with some crushed red pepper! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 to pounds of peeled deveined shrimp

2 tablespoons of olive oil

1 tbsp TASTE PORTUGAL SEASONING

Pasta Ingredients:

1/2 package of your favorite pasta (approximately 8 oz.)

2 small ripe tomatoes chopped

1/4 cup of finely chopped onion

1 stalk of finely chopped celery

1 tablespoon of mayonnaise

2 tablespoons of finely chopped parsley

1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Toss the shrimp in seasoning in a small bowl and mix well. Let the shrimp sit for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

In a small skillet heat the olive oil on high heat and add the shrimp.  Cook for about 3 minutes until the shrimp becomes pink. Remove from heat and set aside

Cook pasta as per package directions and rinse with cold water.

Place pasta in a large serving bowl and add the tomatoes, celery, onion, and parsley and stir.

Add the shrimp to the pasta. Add the mayonnaise, and lemon,  stir taste and add more seasoning if desired.

Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy!