Best 2 Seashell Pasta Salad Recipes

Seashell pasta salad is a delightful and refreshing dish perfect for warm-weather gatherings or light meals. It combines the unique shape of seashell pasta with a variety of colorful and flavorful ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, artichoke hearts, and olives, all tossed in a tangy dressing. Whether you prefer a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing or a light vinaigrette, this salad offers a delicious balance of flavors and textures that is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SEASHELL PASTA AND TUNA SALAD

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I love tuna salad. This one is a little different from my old stand-by in that it uses dill pickles instead of sweet pickles. The combination of ingredients tasted good to me.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 ounces small shell pasta, cooked as directed on package and drained
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 (6 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained
1/4 cup diced dill pickle
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
chopped lettuce
2 tomatoes, cut into wedges

Steps:

In a large mixing bowl, add the first 5 ingredients; stir to mix.
Add in mayo, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
Cover and refrigerate until well chilled.
Line individual salad plates with lettuce; mound tuna salad on top; garnish with tomato wedges.

SEASHELL PASTA SALAD

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I frequently rely on this easy, crowd-pleasing pasta salad. With plenty of colorful veggies, it goes over big every time I serve it.-Renee Durell, Fairy Glen, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 medium green pepper, diced
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1 green onion, sliced
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons ketchup
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large serving bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, green pepper, cucumber and onion. , In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, oil, ketchup, vinegar, salt, paprika and pepper until smooth. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish.
Cook the pasta al dente. This means cooking it until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
Chill the pasta salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
Don't overcrowd the salad. Make sure there is enough room for all of the ingredients to be evenly distributed.
Season the salad to taste. Add salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings until the salad is to your liking.

Conclusion:

Seashell pasta salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and other summer gatherings. With a few simple tips, you can make a seashell pasta salad that is sure to impress your friends and family.