Shrimp & Hearts of Palm Pasta
Light • Protein-Packed • Fast & Fresh Favorite
Course: Light Meal, Low-Carb Pasta2
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⭐ A bright, fresh, low-carb pasta made with hearts of palm, shrimp, veggies, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Quick, nutritious, and crave-worthy!
✨ About This Recipe
This is one of my favorite “I need something fast but still cute and healthy” meals. It’s light, tangy, packed with protein, and totally customizable depending on what veggies you have on hand. The dressing pulls everything together without feeling heavy, and the hearts of palm pasta makes this taste like a pasta salad and a warm skillet dinner had a baby.
⚡ Health Breakdown (Estimated)
(Based on 2 servings)
Per Serving (approx.):
Calories: 180–230
Protein: 20–24g
Carbs: 10–14g
Fat: 6–8g
Fiber: 3–4g
Sodium: Moderate
Highlights:
✔ Low-carb
✔ High-protein
✔ Fast and fresh
✔ Great warm or chilled
What makes it so great?!?
Fantastic cut-phase recipe — extremely low calorie but filling.
Shrimp + hearts of palm = very high protein density.
Dressing adds flavor with minimal calories.
Great “bloat-friendly” option because it’s light and low in fat.
Ingredients
- Pasta & Base
1 pack Hearts of Palm Pasta (Palmini – Angel Hair)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
4–6 oz salad shrimp (Johnny Seafood)
2–3 tbsp pickled red onions
- Optional Add-Ins
veggies: asparagus, peas, spinach, etc.
10 oz can Rotel, optional for spice & moisture
- Dressing
1 tbsp red wine vinegar (or ACV)
1 tsp olive oil
½ tsp Dijon mustard or Italian seasoning
Juice of ¼ lemon
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes, garlic powder
Directions
- Sauté shrimp in a small amount of olive oil. Add garlic and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Rinse and drain hearts of palm pasta. Warm briefly or leave cold.
- Combine pasta, shrimp, tomatoes, onions, and veggies.
- Whisk dressing ingredients and drizzle over the pasta.
- Toss to coat, taste, and adjust seasoning.