Pasta Salad with Shrimp and Basil
Bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant ingredients, this pasta salad with shrimp and basil is a summer-inspired dish that's perfect for lunches, picnics, or light dinners. Tender penne pasta is tossed with juicy shrimp sautéed in garlic, sweet cherry tomatoes, aromatic fresh basil, and crisp red onion for a refreshing crunch. The zesty homemade dressing, made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar, ties the salad together with a tangy, citrusy brightness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make shrimp pasta salad is a flavorful, Mediterranean-inspired dish that can be served chilled or at room temperature, making it a versatile crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Penne pasta
- 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 0.5 Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway, until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cooked shrimp, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and red onion.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.1 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 3004 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.5 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 159.6 g | 319% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 631 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 3140 mg | 67% | |
*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.
