Best Sea Shell Pasta Salad Or Wheelie Pasta Salad Recipes

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SEA SHELLS SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound medium-size shell shape pasta, cooked to al dente, cold shocked, well drained
2 scallions, chopped, both whites and greens
1/2 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped into fine dice
1/3 cup tiny frozen green peas, a generous handful
1/4 to 1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 or 4 sprigs fresh tarragon, chopped to about 2 tablespoons
Coarse salt and pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Romaine or leaf lettuce, for lining plate under salad

Steps:

  • Pile salad ingredients in a mixing bowl as you prepare them. Combine salad ingredients, taste, and adjust seasonings. Serve salad on bed of lettuce leaves.
  • Yield: Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 8 to 10 minutes for pasta Ease of preparation: moderate

SEASHELL SALAD



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Presented in a sand pail, this festive salad features a zesty dressing that's simple to stir together. An assortment of pasta shapes resembles seashells while red and yellow peppers add color and crunch. For an extra-special touch, you could cut the peppers with a small star-shaped cookie cutter.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups uncooked medium shell, spiral and/or wagon wheel pasta
1/3 cup vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium sweet red pepper
1 medium sweet yellow pepper
2 tablespoons chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions until tender; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; set aside. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine vinegar, oil and seasonings; shake well. Add peppers, onions and dressing to pasta; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SHRIMP AND PASTA SHELL SALAD



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When I want to make a macaroni salad just a little bit extra-special, nothing does the trick like some small, sweet shrimp. This is one of my favorite summer salads, and it's oh-so-easy.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ¼ cups mayonnaise, or more if needed
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons ketchup
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 lemon, juiced
⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
1 (12 ounce) package small pasta shells
1 pound cooked, peeled, and deveined small shrimp - cut in half
½ cup finely diced red bell pepper
¾ cup diced celery
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch paprika, for garnish
3 sprigs fresh dill, or as desired

Steps:

  • Whisk 1 1/4 cup mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; add lemon juice and 1/3 cup chopped dill. Whisk until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate.
  • Bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil and stir in pasta shells; cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool pasta slightly; drain again. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Toss shrimp with pasta; add red bell pepper, celery, and dressing to pasta and shrimp. Mix thoroughly to coat and fill shells with dressing. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, 2 to 3 hours.
  • Stir salad again before serving and season to taste with more salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper if desired. If salad seems a little dry, mix in a little more mayonnaise. Garnish with paprika and sprigs of dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 99.3 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 663.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SEA SHELL SALAD



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This is the perfect picnic dish - no mayo!! Very easy to prepare and a nice change from the usual covered dish take along. I've been making this for 20 years (and I'm still young)!

Provided by PA Kathy

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 27m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 lb) box of medium sea shell macaroni or 1 (1 lb) box large sea shell macaroni
1 can tomato soup
1 medium chopped green bell pepper
1 medium chopped onion
1 (4 ounce) jar pimientos
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup cooking oil
3/4 cup cider vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients EXCEPT macaroni in a 3 quart glass covered dish.
  • Chill in refrigerator overnight to blend flavors.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.
  • Add to liquid mixture stirring well and refrigerate at least 2-3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.9, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 187.9, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 16.4, Protein 3

CREAMY SHELL PASTA SALAD



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When I took this to a ladies' salad luncheon, the bowl was completely cleaned out!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup uncooked small pasta shells
3/4 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 small carrot, thinly sliced
1/3 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup sunflower kernels
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup prepared ranch salad dressing
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, broccoli, carrot, cheese, cucumber, celery, sunflower kernels and egg. , In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SEAFOOD & SHELLS SALAD



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My family often asks for this salad during the summer months. The colors and flavor brighten up any potluck. -Rosalee Ray, Lansing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 13 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
3 packages (8 ounces each) imitation crabmeat
1 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
3 tablespoons each finely chopped green, sweet red and yellow pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed
1-1/2 cups fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the crab, shrimp, onion, celery, peppers, parsley and dill. Stir in pasta. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 612mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WHEELY-GOOD PASTA SALAD



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Red pepper pieces accent this yummy side dish, and the pasta wheels really drive the theme home. -Amber Kimmich, Powhatan, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounces) wagon wheel pasta
8 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
1 medium sweet red pepper, diced
1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
1 bottle (16 ounces) creamy Parmesan Romano salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large serving bowl, combine the pasta, cheese, red pepper, olives and oregano. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 571mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

SEA SHELL SALAD



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This salad is from my mom Libby. We love to make this for family gatherings and to take to pitch in gatherings. The taste is fantastic and the extra crunch from the veggies is just the perfect combination.

Provided by Lisa Swarm

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

SALAD
7 oz small shell pasta cooked and cooled
8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
3 hard boiled eggs
1 c celery sliced
1/2 green pepper diced
DRESSING
3/4 c miracle whip
1/2 c sweet pickle relish

Steps:

  • 1. Toss salad ingredients in large bowl.
  • 2. In small bowl mix dressing ingredients. Add dressing to macaroni mixture. Refrigerate 1 hour or more to let flavors blend.
  • 3. Enjoy!

GARDEN SHELL SALAD



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Fresh basil marries the flavors of this splendid salad from Kathy Glasgow. The Marysville, California reader lightly dresses the dish, making it ideal with almost any entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells
2 cups frozen peas
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the peas during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time. Drain and rinse in cold water. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, peas, celery, red pepper and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar, basil, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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