Description
Shrimp Avocado Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, making it an excellent choice for light lunches or quick dinners. This vibrant dish features succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and tender pasta, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for warm days and gatherings with friends or family. With fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes and basil, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Enjoy it as a main course or a side salad; either way, it’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g Penne Pasta
- 400 g Shrimp (cleaned)
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Lemon (juice and zest)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Garlic (crushed)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
- 1 large Avocado (peeled and cubed)
- 250 g Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- 3–4 Spring Onions (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Basil Leaves
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted water until al dente. Add shrimp for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and black pepper.
- Pour dressing over the pasta and shrimp; toss to coat.
- Gently fold in avocado, cherry tomatoes, spring onions, and basil.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg