Seafood Pasta Salad Fresh and Flavorful Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz rotini pasta
• 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup cooked scallops, roughly chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup diced cucumber
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup sweet corn, drained
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.25 cup lime juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 Prise salt (optional)
• 1 Prise pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. Prepare the Seafood: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp and chopped scallops. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to enhance flavor.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the cooled pasta, seasoned seafood, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and sweet corn. Toss gently to combine.
4. Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
5. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta and seafood mixture. Add the fresh cilantro and toss everything together until well coated.
6. Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.