Shrimp-and-Pasta Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Shrimp-and-Pasta Salad
20 min.
4
359kcal

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Are you looking for a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for warm weather and gatherings? Look no further than this vibrant Shrimp-and-Pasta Salad! With its delightful combination of succulent shrimp, juicy nectarines, and crisp cucumber, this salad not only tastes amazing but is also dairy-free—making it suitable for a variety of diets.

The star of the dish is our homemade Lemon-Herb Dressing infused with refreshing mint and tarragon, which ties all the flavors together beautifully. The shell pasta provides a satisfying texture, while the garnishes of fresh raspberries and arugula add an explosion of color and a burst of additional flavor. It's a dish that's as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate!

This Shrimp-and-Pasta Salad is incredibly versatile; it can serve as a hearty main course, a delightful lunch, or an impressive side dish at barbecues and picnics. In just 20 minutes, you can have a nutritious meal on the table that not only looks gourmet but is also a breeze to prepare. With only 359 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free treat that your friends and family will rave about. So, gather your ingredients and let’s dive into this delightful culinary adventure!

Ingredients

  • cup cucumber seedless chopped
  • servings optional: lemon with mint and tarragon
  • large nectarines cut into thin wedges
  • servings raspberries fresh
  • ounces shells uncooked
  • pound shrimp cooked peeled ()

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain and place in a large bowl.
  2. Add 1/2 cup dressing, tossing to coat. Stir in shrimp, nectarine, and cucumber.
  3. Serve with remaining 1/4 cup dressing.
  4. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories359kcal
Protein34.81%
Fat4.92%
Carbs60.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.13
Glycemic Load
19.27
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.896086941595%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
28.29mg
Petunidin
0.19mg
Delphinidin
0.79mg
Malvidin
0.08mg
Pelargonidin
0.59mg
Peonidin
0.07mg
Catechin
1.95mg
Epigallocatechin
0.28mg
Epicatechin
3.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.32mg
Eriodictyol
1.5mg
Hesperetin
1.95mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:359.08kcal
17.95%
Fat:1.98g
3.05%
Saturated Fat:0.3g
1.85%
Carbohydrates:54.65g
18.22%
Net Carbohydrates:48.03g
17.46%
Sugar:7.85g
8.72%
Cholesterol:182.57mg
60.86%
Sodium:144.68mg
6.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.57g
63.13%
Selenium:36.06µg
51.51%
Manganese:1mg
50.15%
Phosphorus:384.73mg
38.47%
Copper:0.71mg
35.32%
Fiber:6.63g
26.5%
Vitamin C:21.29mg
25.8%
Magnesium:90.39mg
22.6%
Zinc:2.71mg
18.06%
Potassium:615.38mg
17.58%
Iron:1.97mg
10.96%
Calcium:106.24mg
10.62%
Vitamin K:9.78µg
9.31%
Vitamin B3:1.79mg
8.96%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.96%
Folate:27.74µg
6.93%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.22%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.95%
Vitamin E:0.84mg
5.6%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.55%
Vitamin A:178.12IU
3.56%
Source:My Recipes