Best Polynesian Shrimp Salad Recipes

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Provided by AmyZoe

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

20 ounces pineapple chunks (reserve juice)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2-1 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
1 lb medium shrimp (cooked, peeled, and deveined)
2 cups pasta shells, cooked
8 ounces sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup sweet red pepper, chopped

Steps:

Drain the pineapple, reserving 3/4 cup juice and set pineapple aside.
In a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, curry powder, salt, pepper, and reserved pineapple juice until smooth.
Bring to a boil and cook and stir 1 minute or until thickened.
Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature.
Stir in mayonnaise and sour cream.
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, pasta, water chestnuts, and reserved pineapple.
Add dressing and toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.4, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 79.1, Sodium 440, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 12.7, Protein 11.7

Polynesian Shrimp Salad image

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (6 ounces each) small shrimp, rinsed and drained
2 cups chopped celery
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup bean sprouts
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, celery, water chestnuts, bean sprouts and onions. In a small bowl, combine the Miracle Whip, curry powder and salt; mix well. Stir into shrimp mixture; toss to coat.

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