Lip-Smacking Linguini Salad with Horseradish Dressing
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥗 Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
🔑 Keywords: Cauliflower, Vegetable, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Easy
⭐ Aggregated Rating: 5
📊 Review Count: 1
🍽️ Recipe Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Lip-Smacking Linguini Salad with Horseradish Dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or a snack, this salad is bursting with freshness and zest, making it an ideal addition to any potluck or gathering. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, it’s a hassle-free recipe that promises to tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 1 linguine
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup light sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon horseradish
- 2 teaspoons dill weed
- 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- 1 cup fresh mushrooms
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 cup baby shrimp
- 2 green onions
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 545.3
- Fat: 9.3g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 108.3mg
- Sodium: 124.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 93.2g
- Fiber: 5.4g
- Sugar: 5.6g
- Protein: 21.4g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Put on a large pot of salted water to boil; when boiling, break linguini into thirds and drop into water. |
| 2 | Cook until pasta is al dente; drain, rinse with cold water, then leave in colander to drain well. |
| 3 | Meanwhile, prepare dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, horseradish, dill weed (if using), and Tabasco sauce; taste and add salt and/or pepper if you wish. |
| 4 | In a large serving bowl, combine drained linguini with mushrooms, cauliflower florets, shrimp, and green onions; add dressing (depending on how creamy you like your salad, you may not use it all) and combine well. |
| 5 | Arrange hard-boiled egg quarters around the edge of the bowl, cover, and chill until serving. |
Recipe Notes:
- For a creamier salad, adjust the amount of dressing according to your preference.
- Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or protein options.
- Serve chilled for the best flavor experience.
- This salad can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for meal prep or entertaining guests.
Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures of this Lip-Smacking Linguini Salad with Horseradish Dressing! Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
