Low Fat Shrimp Pasta Salad
Light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Low Fat Shrimp Pasta Salad is the perfect healthy dish for lunch, dinner, or outdoor gatherings. Featuring tender shrimp, wholesome whole wheat pasta, and a medley of crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper, this salad is as nutritious as it is satisfying. The creamy dressing, made with low-fat Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard, adds a zesty tang without the guilt. Ready in just 35 minutes, this high-protein, low-fat pasta salad is not only quick to prepare but also a fantastic make-ahead option, as the flavors deepen when chilled. Treat yourself to this colorful and delicious meal that's both waistline-friendly and packed with vibrant, fresh ingredients. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a healthy weeknight dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 200 grams Whole wheat pasta (rotini or penne)
- 150 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 100 grams Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
While the pasta cooks, bring another small pot of water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cooked shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serve chilled and enjoy your healthy Low Fat Shrimp Pasta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.2 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 596 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 1933 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 183.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 113.2 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 367 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2488 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
