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Shrimp Lemon Garlic Pasta Salad

A refreshing pasta salad featuring tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces Pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Optional: Avocado, diced

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. Sauté the garlic in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
  3. Cook the shrimp until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Combine the cooled pasta, sautéed shrimp, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  5. Toss everything together and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Add optional cherry tomatoes and avocado for additional flavor and texture.
  7. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and consider marinating them in lemon juice and garlic for extra taste.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Chilled
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 375
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: shrimp salad, pasta salad, lemon garlic