Pasta Prawn Shrimp Apple Salad Mayo Free
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Pasta Prawn Shrimp Apple Salad—completely mayo-free for a light and zesty twist! Featuring tender penne pasta, succulent cooked prawns, crisp green apple, juicy cherry tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between crunch and creaminess without relying on heavy dressings. A tangy and aromatic olive oil-based dressing, infused with Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and a hint of honey, ties all the flavors together beautifully. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or a dish that impresses at picnics and potlucks, this 30-minute recipe is a showstopper. Serve it chilled for a crowd-pleasing, healthy pasta salad that's bursting with flavor and texture. Perfect for seafood lovers and those seeking a lighter, dairy-free alternative!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Penne pasta (or pasta of choice)
- 200 grams Cooked prawns/shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 unit Green apple (medium size)
- 150 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 unit Red onion
- 1 unit Cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente (usually 8–10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the green apple into small cubes, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely slice the red onion, and roughly chop the cucumber. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, prawns/shrimp, diced apple, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber.
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes before serving for a colder, more refreshing dish.
Garnish with additional parsley if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.0 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 391 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 1851 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.5 g | ||
| Protein | 67.6 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1841 mg | 39% | |
*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.
