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Shrimp & Artichoke Whole Wheat Pasta Salad Recipe

Whip up this pasta salad for a healthy make-ahead meal or to bring to a potluck. Whole wheat pasta, perfectly seared shrimp and artichokes make a fantastic combination!

Prep Time
18 mins
Cook Time
18 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 Cups
Calories: 3126 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

The Dressing:
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon agave nectar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
The pasta salad::
  • 12 ounces whole wheat orzo pasta
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled & deveined
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 14 ounce can artichoke hearts, drained & quartered
  • ⅓ cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes not packed in oil
  • 5 large basil leaves thinly sliced

Instructions

The Dressing:
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  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, agave nectar, salt and pepper. While whisking, gradually pour in the olive oil until combined.
The Pasta Salad:
  1. Cook the orzo according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the shrimp and sear until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 90 seconds per side.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the orzo, shrimp, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes and basil.
  5. Pour the dressing into the salad and toss to combine. Serve.

Notes

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Cup Calories 312.6kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 38.4g (13%) Protein 17.6g (35%) Fat 9.4g (14%) Saturated Fat 1.2g (6%) Cholesterol 86.1mg (29%) Sodium 412mg (17%) Fiber 6.6g (26%) Sugar 3.2g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 3126

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Cup
Calories 312.6kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 38.4g 13%
Protein 17.6g 35%
Fat 9.4g 14%
Saturated Fat 1.2g 6%
Cholesterol 86.1mg 29%
Sodium 412mg 17%
Fiber 6.6g 26%
Sugar 3.2g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.