Thai Shrimp-and-Pasta Salad

By Lv2Cook

Ingredients

• 2 ounces uncooked linguine
• 1/2 cup shredded carrot
• 8 ounces medium shrimp cooked and peeled
• 1 cup thinly sliced Boston lettuce leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons chopped unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
• 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
• 2 garlic cloves minced

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta in boiling water 9 1/2 minutes. Add carrot; cook an additional 30 seconds. Drain, and cool. Combine pasta mixture, shrimp, lettuce, cilantro leaves, and peanuts in a large bowl; toss well.

Combine lime juice and remaining ingredients in a jar. Cover tightly, and shake vigorously. Pour over pasta mixture, tossing gently to coat.

Serving Size: 2 cups