LEMON & BASIL SHRIMP PASTA

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Categories     Herb     Pasta

Yield 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs cooked shrimp
1 12oz. box of medium whole wheat pasta shells
1 cup sliced carrots
1 1/2 cup broccoli florets
Dressing:
8 oz olive oil
4 oz. lemon juice
1/2 to 1 oz water
1 cup fresh basil
1 TBS kosher salt
1/4 tsp pepper
3 to 4 cloves garlic

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, water, basil, salt, and garlic and mix with a handblender. Set aside. Cook pasta as per instructions on the package, drain, and set aside. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, pasta, carrots, broccoli, and dressing. Toss until coated with dressing. Let chill for 2 -3 hours before serving.

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