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Shrimp, Corn and Avocado Pasta Salad
Shrimp, corn, yogurt and fresh California Avocado mean this is no side pasta salad. Your guests will give it a starring role on their plates and want more.
Ingredients:
1 ripe Fresh California Avocado, halved, seeded and peeled
1 (13-oz.) box small shell whole wheat pasta, cooked and rinsed
½ lb. grilled large shrimp, shelled
2 grilled corn cobs, kernels cut off & cobs discarded
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
5 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. minced shallots
2 Tbsp. nonfat plain Greek yogurt
½ tsp. kosher salt
½ tsp. ground pepper
Extra salt and pepper, to taste (optional)
Directions:
- Cut half of the avocado into chunks and the other half into thin slices.
- In a large bowl, combine the avocado chunks, cooked pasta, shrimp, corn kernels and tomatoes.
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine the basil leaves, olive oil, shallots, Greek yogurt, salt and pepper.
- Puree until almost smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Lay the avocado slices on top of the pasta salad. Serve.
