Shrimp & Penne Pasta

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant Italian-style pasta salad with grilled shrimp, fresh mozzarella, and herbs
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This refreshing Shrimp & Penne Pasta is a perfect summer dish that combines the sweetness of grilled shrimp with the chewiness of al dente penne. The dish is tossed in a light olive oil dressing and loaded with juicy plum tomatoes, creamy diced mozzarella, and a generous amount of fresh basil and parsley. The flavors are bright, savory, and herbaceous, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, a picnic side, or a quick weeknight dinner. It’s best served at room temperature or slightly chilled, allowing the herbs and tomatoes to meld beautifully with the pasta. Simple, elegant, and deeply satisfying.

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Shrimp & Penne Pasta

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 691.2

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This refreshing Shrimp & Penne Pasta is a perfect summer dish that combines the sweetness of grilled shrimp with the chewiness of al dente penne. The dish is tossed in a light olive oil dressing and loaded with juicy plum tomatoes, creamy diced mozzarella, and a generous amount of fresh basil and parsley. The flavors are bright, savory, and herbaceous, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, a picnic side, or a quick weeknight dinner. It&# 226;ÂÂs best served at room temperature or slightly chilled, allowing the herbs and tomatoes to meld beautifully with the pasta. Simple, elegant, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rapid boil.
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  3. Drain the pasta well and rinse briefly with cool water to stop the cooking process, then drain again.
  4. Place the drained penne in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Pour the olive oil over the pasta and toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Add the grilled shrimp, diced tomatoes, diced mozzarella, parsley, and basil to the bowl.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Toss everything together until well combined.
  9. Let the pasta salad sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 691.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 47.4g73%
Saturated Fat 6.7g34%
Cholesterol 258.8mg87%
Sodium 534.0mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 28.7g10%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 0.9g
Protein 39.7g80%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: shrimp, penne, pasta, italian, salad, summer, grilled, mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, parsley, olive oil, seafood, light, weeknight, picnic, fresh, herbs, easy, vegetarian-friendly-base
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