Aussie Style Seafood Pasta Salad

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 13
Aussie Style Seafood Pasta Salad packed with marinated mixed seafood and healthy veggies
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

250 g pasta , pre cooked ( any shape will do , macaroni , penne etc )
2 tablespoons oil ( I like olive )
500 g good quality fresh mixed seafood ( called a Marinara mix in Australia )
250 g cherry tomatoes , halved
12 kalamata olives , sliced
4 spring onions , sliced
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 cup good quality olive oil
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
526
Sugar
3g
Fat
30g
Aussie Style Seafood Pasta Salad is a delicious and healthy option for seafood lovers. This dish is essentially a combination of marinated mixed seafood, fresh veggies, and pasta. It's a perfect choice for a light lunch or dinner on a warm summer day. The dish is easy to make and can be served at room temperature for an extra refreshing touch. Aussie Style Seafood Pasta Salad is a common dish in Australia and is served in cafes, restaurants, and at home. It's a great way to enjoy mixed seafood and veggies in one dish.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix white balsamic vinegar, tomato paste, olive oil and Italian salad dressing.
2.Add in cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, sliced spring onions and chopped parsley.
3.In a pan, heat 2 tbsp oil and add in the marinara mix. Cook for 10 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through.
4.Add the cooked seafood to the veggie mixture and mix well.
5.Add the cooked pasta and mix gently to avoid breaking the seafood.
6.Serve at room temperature and enjoy!

PROS

Aussie Style Seafood Pasta Salad is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids thanks to the mixed seafood used in the recipe.

It’s packed with healthy veggies that add fiber and vitamins to your diet.

The salad is a great option if you’re looking for a light and nutritious lunch or dinner.

CONS

This recipe contains seafood and may not be suitable for those allergic to shellfish or seafood.

The dish is quite high in sodium due to the addition of kalamata olives and marinara mix.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The mixed seafood used in Aussie Style Seafood Pasta Salad is packed with Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health, brain function, and reducing inflammation.
The dish is also packed with vitamins and minerals from the veggies used, such as vitamin A, C, and K.
The use of olive oil in the recipe adds healthy fats to the dish.

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