If you want to refresh your taste buds after a long day or during the hot summer season, then German shrimp pasta salad is the best recipe to try. This classic German dish, also known as “Krabbensalat”, combines the flavors of fresh shrimp, cooked pasta, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing to create a refreshing and flavorful meal that is perfect for any occasion. From choosing the right ingredients to assembling the salad, this article will guide you through the steps of creating a delicious and authentic German shrimp pasta salad that will impress your family and friends.
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SHRIMP PASTA SALAD
This easy shrimp pasta salad is ready in minutes! Made with healthy ingredients, veggies and bright lemon dressing. Perfect for potlucks.
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Main Course Side Dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook the pasta to al dente according to the package instructions. Drain in a colander, then rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Shake off as much water as possible. Let the colander with the pasta sit in the sink or on a towel to continue draining while you prepare the rest of the salad.
- In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the dressing ingredients: Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, white vinegar, Dijon, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- In a large serving bowl, place the shrimp, celery, bell pepper, peas, green onion, and dill. Shake the pasta once more, then add it to the bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
- If time allows, place the pasta in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour prior to serving. Enjoy directly from the fridge or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 194 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 144 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g
GERMAN SHRIMP PASTA SALAD
This is a favorite recipe handed down from my Oma, who used to make this for the deli. She used elbow macaroni. I have altered her methods to decrease prep time without sacrificing flavor.
Provided by Liquid Kitten
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Shrimp Salad Recipes
Time 8h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
- Combine vinegar, sugar, dill, and parsley in a large bowl. Muddle the herbs with flat spatula and mix until sugar is dissolved. Whisk in mayonnaise, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt until creamy. Stir in celery and onion. Cover and refrigerate.
- Rinse pasta under cold water. Fold pasta into the dressing until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate, folding salad occasionally so that dressing is evenly absorbed, 8 hours to overnight. Add more mayonnaise if pasta looks dry.
- Gently fold in shrimp in the last fold before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.8 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 77.7 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 1366 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
SHRIMP PASTA SALAD
I adore shrimp, so discovering it in this pasta salad recipe was a real treat for me. The lemon-dill sauce is light and bright. It's one of our favorite cold pasta salad recipes! -Traci Wynne, Denver, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again., In a large bowl, combine pasta, shrimp, peas, green onions and parsley. Mix remaining ingredients; stir into pasta mixture. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
GERMAN HOT NOODLE SALAD
Here's a tasty take-off on German potato salad. It's flavored like the traditional side dish but uses noodles in place of potatoes. I always loved my mother's German potato salad, but once she served this noodle salad instead, I was hooked. -Gordon Kremer, Sacramento, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. , Saute onion in reserved drippings until tender. Stir in the sugar, flour, salt and mustard; add water and vinegar until blended. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly., Rinse and drain noodles; add to skillet. Stir in celery and parsley; heat through. Transfer to a serving bowl; sprinkle with reserved bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
GERMAN SHRIMP SALAD OVER GREENS
ZWT 6. I got this from Spoonfuls of Germany by Nadia Hassani. The use of brandy in this recipe is intriguing.
Provided by Pesto lover
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 7m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put shrimp into boiling water for 2 minutes, or just until they turn pink. Drain and place in an ice bath.
- Mix mayonnaise, ketchip & brandy. Season with salt & pepper.
- Drain shrimp well and mix with dill, mushrooms, radishes and egg.
- Fold mayonnaise mixture into shrimp mixture.
- Place salad greens on a large serving platter and arrange shrimp mixture on top.
- Serve immediately, with a good baguette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.7, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 279.1, Sodium 419.4, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.9, Protein 26.3
GERMAN PASTA SALAD
Make and share this German Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by TishT
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water for 7 minutes.
- Add the cabbge (in 1 piece) and cook until the pasta is tender but still firm and the cabbage is bright green, 2-3 minutes longer.
- Drain and rinse in cold water.
- Drain well.
- Cut out the core and cut the cabbage into 1" pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss the pasta and cabbage with the ham, carots and poppyseed dressing.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 53.3, Sodium 74.5, Carbohydrate 50.7, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 5.8, Protein 24.1
Tips:
- Choose the right shrimp: Use fresh or frozen shrimp that are peeled and deveined. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in cold water before cooking.
- Cook the shrimp properly: Shrimp should be cooked until they are pink and opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for broccoli, carrots, and celery, but you can use any vegetables that you like. Some other good options include bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms.
- Make a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors together in this salad. Be sure to use a good quality olive oil and vinegar.
- Chill the salad before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
Conclusion:
German Shrimp Pasta Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing meal, give this salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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