Who said comfort food has to come out of the oven in the middle of summer? This ocean-style pasta salad with shrimp and surimi ticks all the boxes: fresh, creamy, filling, with a hint of lemon that brightens the plate. It’s the kind of dish you put in the center of the table and it disappears without discussion.
Ingredients :
- Pasta — They are the filling base of the salad, the ones that bring the real comforting side. Choose short pasta like fusilli, penne, or farfalle, as their ridges hold the creamy sauce better.
- Cooked shrimp — They provide a delicate seafood flavor and a tender texture that contrasts with the pasta. Use pre-cooked but firm shrimp, and pat them dry before adding to avoid a watery salad.
- Surimi — It adds sweetness and a soft texture, very convenient to round out the flavor of the shrimp. Cut it into thick slices rather than shredding it, otherwise it gets lost in the sauce.
- Tomato — It brings juiciness, color, and natural acidity that makes the salad more vibrant. Prefer a fleshy tomato or cherry tomatoes halved, especially if you are preparing the dish in advance.
