Thai Shrimp and Pasta Salad

Description
Purchase pre-cooked shrimp from the seafood department to save precious minutes!
 * Submitted by Richard, Bradenton, FL
 * Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Source: Cooking Light magazine
 * 2 servings (serving size: 2 cups)

Ingredients

 * 2 ounces uncooked linguine
 * ½ cup shredded carrot
 * 8 ounces medium shrimp, cooked and peeled
 * 1 cup thinly sliced Boston lettuce leaves
 * ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
 * 2 tablespoons chopped unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts
 * ¼ cup fresh lime juice
 * 2 tablespoons fish sauce
 * 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
 * 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
 * 2½ teaspoons sugar
 * 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
 * 1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
 * 2 garlic cloves, minced

Directions

 * 1) Cook pasta in boiling water 9½ minutes.
 * 2) Add carrot; cook an additional 30 seconds.
 * 3) Drain, and cool.
 * 4) Combine pasta mixture, shrimp, lettuce, cilantro leaves, and peanuts in a large bowl; toss well.
 * 5) Combine lime juice and remaining ingredients in a jar.
 * 6) Cover tightly, and shake vigorously.
 * 7) Pour over pasta mixture, tossing gently to coat.

Nutritional information
Per Serving
 * Calories: 367 | Fat: 11g | Carbohydrates: 37g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 1mg | Protein: 26g