Best 7 Salad Stuffed Shells Recipes

Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make recipe for salad stuffed shells? Look no further! This article will provide you with all the information you need to create a mouthwatering dish that will impress your family and friends. From selecting the right ingredients to assembling the perfect shell, we'll guide you through every step of the process. With our foolproof recipe, you'll be able to whip up a delightful salad stuffed shell dish that is both visually appealing and bursting with flavor. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets to crafting this delectable meal.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SALAD STUFFED SHELLS

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A really different way to present pasta salad OR your favorite recipe for tuna and chicken salad! A really creative finger food that will impress your guests at picnics, BBQs, and showers! I served this on a bed of lettuce garnished with green and black olives.

Provided by Micki

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

18 jumbo pasta shells
½ pound thinly sliced salami
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup chopped roma tomatoes
¾ cup seeded and chopped cucumber
¾ cup chopped red onion
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until chilled.
Combine salami, romaine lettuce, roma tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl; pour balsamic vinaigrette dressing over salad and toss to coat. Stuff pasta shells with lettuce mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 819 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CHICKEN SALAD-STUFFED PASTA SHELLS

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This is a favorite do-ahead meal for hot summer days. Shells may be stuffed with any chicken, tuna, shrimp, or ham salad. I serve them with green salad, corn on the cob, and/or fruit as side dishes. Best served cold on the day you make it.

Provided by jan&sons

Categories Salad

Time 1h20m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) box jumbo pasta shells
3 ½ cups diced cooked chicken
¾ cup finely chopped celery
¼ cup finely chopped orange bell pepper
¼ cup finely chopped toasted slivered almonds
2 tablespoons minced green onions
1 ½ tablespoons sweet pickle relish, or to taste
⅔ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon lemon zest
sea salt to taste
1 pinch lemon pepper, or to taste

Steps:

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in pasta shells and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well. Separate shells quickly so they do not stick together or tear.
Combine chicken, celery, bell pepper, almonds, green onions, and relish in a large bowl. Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, curry powder, zest, salt, and lemon pepper together; pour over salad and toss.
Stuff each shell with a portion of the salad, arranging them in a 9x13-inch baking pan as you go. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 15.2 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 66.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

STUFFED TUNA SALAD SHELLS

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Cold stuffed shells for an easy appetizer or healthy snack. You can sub chicken or salmon for the tuna. From Betty Crocker's Best-Loved Recipes.

Provided by carmenskitchen

Categories Pasta Shells

Time 27m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 cup frozen green pea
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise or 1/4 cup salad dressing
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
salt and pepper
1 dash paprika

Steps:

Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package;pat dry.
Rinse frozen peas with cold water to separate;drain and pat dry.
Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in medium bowl and stir in tuna, onion, lemon juice, herbs, salt and pepper.
Fold in peas.
Spoon one heaping tablespoonful of mixture into each shell.
Sprinkle with paprika before serving.

SEAFOOD SALAD STUFFED SHELLS

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I love these! They are not what people are expecting of a stuffed shell so everyone talks about them when Iput out the finger food.

Provided by Sorrie_Lue

Categories Pasta Shells

Time 30m

Yield 15-20 shells

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 lb seafood salad (from the deli counter)
1 lb jumbo pasta shells
1/2 green pepper
1/2 red pepper

Steps:

Boil shells in plenty of water until just done. Allow them to cool completely and discard any broken ones.
Chop peppers and add to the seafood salad. Break up any large pieces of seafood.
Fill each shell with salad mixture.
Sprinkle with Old Bay Seasoning as a garnish if you wish.

CHICKEN SALAD-STUFFED SHELLS

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JUMBO pasta shells filled with creamy chicken salad, nested on a bed of baby spinach and drizzled with Ranch dressing. Juicy red grapes add sweetness and color. Use deli chicken salad for easier prep, or prepare your own for extra bragging rights, as these make an impressive presentation. From Taste of Home.

Provided by Christmas Carol

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs prepared chicken salad (deli or homemade)
1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved
18 jumbo pasta shells, cooked, drained, and cooled
2/3 cup ranch salad dressing
4 cups Baby Spinach

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the chicken salad and grapes. Spoon about 2 tablespoons into each pasta shell. Refrigerate until serving. To serve, line a platter with baby spinach and carefully place shells on top. Drizzle with Ranch dressing. Nice served with chunks of crusty bread and iced mint tea.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.4, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 307.9, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 0.9

SPICY SHRIMP STUFFED SHELLS SALAD

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Go ahead and say that 3 times fast! LOL! 0) Here you have have a spicy salad stuffed into jumbo pasta shells made easy for fun finger food.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories Pasta Shells

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

8 jumbo pasta shells, cooked according to box directions
3/4 cup defrosted shrimp, cut into 1/4 if not small shrimp
1 cup diced summer slicing tomatoes
1/3 cup diced seeded cucumber
1/4 cup diced celery
1/3 cup diced zucchini
1/3 cup diced scallion
1 avocado, 3/4 cup diced
1 chipotle pepper, seed removed and diced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1 tablespoon herbs (cilantro, basil, and or parsley)
2 minced garlic cloves
1 fresh lime, juice
2 tablespoons yogurt
salt and pepper

Steps:

Toss salad ingredients together.
Toss dressing ingredients together, add to salad and stir to coat.
Stuff and I mean stuff liberally into the shells. Chill for 1 hour. Garnish with fresh herbs and plate of a bed of fresh greens if desired.

TUNA AND PEA SALAD STUFFED SHELLS

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Very good. Great for showers.

Provided by Chris VanDusen

Categories Tuna Salads

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pkg frozen sweet peas, 9 oz
16 macaroni, large shells
2 can(s) tuna, canned, drained and flaked
1 stalk(s) celery, chopped
2 Tbsp sweet pickle relish or you could use dill pickle relish
1 Tbsp green onion, chopped
1/2 c sour cream
1/4 c mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon juice
leaf lettuce

Steps:

1. Wash lettuce leaves and soak in bowl of cold water.
2. Cook peas as directed on package, drain and cool.
3. Cook macaroni shells as directed on package, drain and set aside in bowl of cold water
4. In large bowl combine remaining ingredients, except peas.
5. Add peas, toss gently
6. Drain water from cooked macaroni and pat dry with paper towels.
7. Spoon 1/4 cup of tuna mixture in each shell. Place in shallow dish, cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
8. Paper towel dry lettuce leafs.
9. To serve, place lettuce leaf on individual serving plate and top with stuffed shell.
10. NOTE: The tuna salad by itself is really good for sandwiches.

Tips:

Choose the right shells. Jumbo shells are the best choice for this recipe, as they can hold a lot of filling.
Cook the shells al dente. This means that they should be cooked until they are just tender, but still have a slight bite to them.
Don't overstuff the shells. Otherwise, they will be difficult to close and may burst open while baking.
Use a light touch when mixing the filling. Overmixing can make the filling tough.
Bake the shells until they are golden brown and bubbly. This usually takes about 20 minutes.
Let the shells cool slightly before serving. This will make them easier to handle.

Conclusion:

Salad stuffed shells are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They can be made ahead of time and reheated, making them a great option for busy weeknights. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there is sure to be a salad stuffed shell recipe that everyone will enjoy.