Best Summer Pasta Salad With Shrimp Recipes

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SUMMER PASTA SALAD WITH SHRIMP



Summer Pasta Salad with Shrimp image

In this salad, the hot pasta will wilt the spinach and soften the squash. Firm tofu, cut into cubes and cooked in a nonstick pan, can be used in place of shrimp for a vegetarian-friendly option.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 pound short pasta, such as fusilli
1 medium yellow squash, thinly sliced crosswise
1/3 cup roughly chopped pitted Kalamata or Nicoise olives
4 lightly packed cups baby spinach (3 1/4 ounces)
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain pasta, transfer to a large bowl, and toss with squash, olives, spinach, lemon zest and juice, and 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of the oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until opaque throughout, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Top pasta with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27 g

COLD SHRIMP PASTA SALAD



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"This salad combines two of my favorite foods: pasta and shrimp. It 's a perfect side for a grilled steak but goes just as well with hamburgers and hot dogs. I've made this many times over the years." -Traci K Wynne, Denver, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups uncooked small pasta shells
1 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
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 shrimp, peas, green onions and parsley. Stir in the pasta. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 430mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

PASTA SALAD WITH SHRIMP



Pasta Salad with Shrimp image

A Thousand Island-type dressing adds some zip to this pasta and shrimp salad. My family prefers it to oil-based salad dressings. -Mrs. Herbert Waalkens, Albert Lea, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) small shell pasta
1 package (10 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion, divided
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped, divided
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chili sauce
1 tablespoon chopped dill pickle or dill pickle relish
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a bowl; add the shrimp, celery, 1/4 cup onion, half of the chopped eggs and parsley., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce, pickle, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, and remaining onion and eggs. Stir into pasta mixture. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

ZESTY FETA AND SHRIMP SUMMER PASTA SALAD



Zesty Feta and Shrimp Summer Pasta Salad image

This refreshing summer salad is quickly prepared and always pleases a crowd. I like to eat it cold.

Provided by COLLEENMARIE13

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (16 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
½ pound frozen cooked cocktail shrimp
1 (2.25 ounce) can diced black olives, drained
1 pint cherry tomatoes
½ cup baby carrots, chopped
1 cucumber, diced
½ cup balsamic vinegar
1 (6 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
salt-free seasoning blend to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the chicken in a baking dish, and roast 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until juices run clear. Remove from heat, cool, and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add farfalle pasta, cook 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain. Cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, mix the chicken, pasta, shrimp, olives, tomatoes, carrots, and cucumber. Toss with balsamic vinegar and feta cheese, and season with salt-free seasoning blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 90.8 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 396.8 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

SHRIMP AND PASTA SALAD



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It looks elegant...but this refreshing salad stirs up quickly, according, according to Sherri Gentry of Dallas, Oregon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces spiral pasta, cooked and drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen cooked shrimp, thawed
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2-1/2 teaspoons dill weed
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, shrimp, onions and Parmesan cheese. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and chill for 1-2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND BASIL



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Ripe plum tomatoes and aromatic basil accent fresh shrimp. Any short, small pasta works as well as seashell pasta. This recipe comes from Cooking Light magazine.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb medium shrimp, cooked and peeled
4 cups cooked medium pasta shells
2 cups chopped plum tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped shallot
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours.

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