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Shrimp and Pasta Shell Salad

A refreshing and easy-to-make salad perfect for summer gatherings.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta shells uncooked
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. Cook pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Pasta, Salad, Shrimp
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