Shrimp & Avocado Shell Pasta Salad

Perfect quick lunch recipe for seafood lovers on the go!

Ingredients:

8 oz shell pasta, cooked and cooled

1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 cup shredded crab meat (optional, but tasty!)

1 avocado, diced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

3 tbsp olive oil

Juice of 1 lemon

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional, for a little kick)

How to Make It:

Cook the Shell Pasta:

Boil shell pasta until al dente for that perfect texture, then rinse under cold water to stop cooking. This is your quick dinner base!

Toss the Shrimp:

In a bowl, toss shrimp with garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. It’s a flavor-packed combo that screams easy seafood meal.

Chop the Fresh Goodies:

Dice avocado and halve cherry tomatoes. These fresh ingredients bring a vibrant crunch to this easy lunch idea.

Mix It All Together:

Combine pasta, shrimp, crab, avocado, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Add parsley, chili flakes, and seasoning. Give it a gentle toss — this is a summer salad win!

Chill & Serve:

Let it chill for 10–15 minutes to soak up the bold flavors. Serve cold or room temp for the best refreshing dinner or lunch ever.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Serving: 3–4 people

Calories: ~420 per serving | Protein: ~28g per serving