Refreshing Artichoke Shrimp Pasta Salad for Summer Bliss

This Artichoke Shrimp Pasta Salad is a vibrant blend of shrimp, marinated artichokes, and feta in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, perfect for summertime gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Chill Time 2

Total Time 2 25

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

12 oz Bow Tie Pasta or rotini or macaroni
1 lb Cooked Shrimp poached or grilled
14 oz Marinated Artichoke Hearts or canned artichokes
1/2 cup Sliced Ripe Olives black olives work too
4 oz Crumbled Feta Cheese or goat cheese
2 scallions Green Onions or chives
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or cilantro
1/4 cup Fresh Basil dried basil can work

For the Dressing

3 tbsp White Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil
2 tbsp Lemon Juice or lime juice
1 tbsp Dijon Mustard or whole grain mustard
to taste Fresh Ground Pepper

Equipment

large pot
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
colander

Method

Preparation Steps

Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cooked shrimp, marinated artichoke hearts, olives, feta cheese, green onions, parsley, and basil. Toss gently.
Whisk together the dressing ingredients: vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, and pepper until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 570mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rinse pasta well after cooking to prevent clumping. Use high-quality shrimp for the best results.

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