Best 2 Chopped Salad Appetizer Shells Recipes
Chopped salad appetizer shells are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer or a main course. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking, making them a perfect option for any occasion. The shells are filled with a mixture of chopped vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers, as well as your choice of protein, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu. The filling is then topped with a tangy dressing and served in a crispy wonton or tortilla shell. With so many variations to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe for chopped salad appetizer shells that you'll love.
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CHOPPED SALAD APPETIZER SHELLS
This beautiful appetizer consists of an Italian chopped salad that is mounded into cooked pasta shells. It can be made up to four hours ahead and the romaine salad will remain crispy for serving. Note: To give proper credit, this is an adaptation of recipe #29329, which uses chicken as a main ingredient. In the version I am posting, the chicken is eliminated and the chopped salad is garnished with salami and feta cheese. I also make my own vinaigrette, but if you prefer, just use a bottled Italian dressing.
Provided by CookinDiva
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 40m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook shells in plenty of boiling water according to package directions, being careful not to overcook them. Rinse in cold water; set aside. (For advance prep tip, see note at end).
- Chop all salad ingredients, making sure you have all the pieces quite small so that you can easily stuff the salad into the shells.
- Make dressing; pour over salad and toss lightly. Add salt and pepper if desired.
- Stuff salad into cooled shells (now you will understand why you chopped the ingredients into small pieces!).
- Refrigerate up to 4 hours before serving.
- Advance preparation tip from a reviewer: "The day before, I cooked the shells to al-dente, rinsed them in cool water, separated them and let them cool. Then, I put them in a ziplock. I chopped everything for the salad part and put it in a ziplock, without the dressingl. The next day, I mixed the dressing into the salad and stuffed the shells. Worked like a dream.".
CHOPPED SALAD APPETIZER SHELLS
Steps:
- Cook shells in boiling water according to package directions. Rinse in cold water and set aside. Finely chop the salad ingredients and mix in a bowl. Drizzle salad with olive oil, balsamic, salt, and pepper to taste. Stuff salad into cooled shells, garnish top with sliver of red pepper. Refrigerate up to 4 hours before serving.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will ensure that your chopped salad is as flavorful and delicious as possible.
- Use a variety of colors and textures: This will make your salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating chopped salads, so get creative and have fun with it!
- Make sure to dress your salad just before serving: This will help to prevent the salad from getting soggy.
- Store leftover chopped salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days: You might need to add a little more dressing before serving, as the salad will absorb some of the dressing over time.
Conclusion:
Chopped salads are a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find a chopped salad recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these chopped salad recipes a try!
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