Best 9 Shell Pasta Salad With Salmon And Green Beans Recipes

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Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a refreshing dish to serve at your next summer party, shell pasta salad with salmon and green beans is a delicious and versatile choice. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, thanks to the combination of tender pasta, flaky salmon, crisp green beans, and a tangy dressing. In this article, we'll share the best recipe for this salad, along with tips for making it ahead of time and storing it properly. So grab your apron and let's get cooking!

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SHELL PASTA SALAD WITH SALMON AND GREEN BEANS



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One of my favorite pasta salads. It is not only delicious but it's also low in fat. Enjoy.

Provided by jessica

Categories     Green Bean Salad

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup seashell pasta
¼ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths
¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
2 (6 ounce) cans salmon, drained
ground black pepper to taste
8 leaves lettuce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse pasta under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • In food processor or through a sieve, puree cottage cheese. Combine with yogurt and lemon juice; mix well
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, green beans, yogurt mixture and dill; stir to mix. Discard skin from salmon and break into chunks; add to salad and stir gently to mix. Add pepper to taste. Line serving plate with lettuce leaves and mound salad on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SALMON AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



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This is a simple salad for lunch with a nice bowl of soup. I am not a fan of fish or beans but who would have figured they would taste so good together

Provided by Amy in Hawaii

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h10m

Yield 1 cup, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces canned red salmon
16 ounces frozen green beans
1/4 cup round onion
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons water
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups lettuce, shredded
12 grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Drain salmon and remove any bones. Thaw green beans and slice onion into thin rings.In a medium bowl, combine salmon, green beans and onion.
  • In a small bowl combine vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, water, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic; whisk together well. Pour over over salmon mixture; toss to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate 2 hours to blend flavors.
  • Serve on a bed of shredded lettuce and garnish with tomatoes.
  • Makes three one-cup servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.1, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 24.9, Sodium 326.7, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 16.6

SHELL PASTA SALAD WITH SALMON AND GREEN BEANS



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One of my favorite pasta salads. It is not only delicious but it's also low in fat. Enjoy.

Provided by Alison

Categories     Green Bean Salad

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup seashell pasta
¼ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths
¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
2 (6 ounce) cans salmon, drained
ground black pepper to taste
8 leaves lettuce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse pasta under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • In food processor or through a sieve, puree cottage cheese. Combine with yogurt and lemon juice; mix well
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, green beans, yogurt mixture and dill; stir to mix. Discard skin from salmon and break into chunks; add to salad and stir gently to mix. Add pepper to taste. Line serving plate with lettuce leaves and mound salad on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SHELL PASTA SALAD WITH SALMON AND GREEN BEANS



Shell Pasta Salad with Salmon and Green Beans image

One of my favorite pasta salads. It is not only delicious but it's also low in fat. Enjoy.

Provided by Alison

Categories     Green Bean Salad

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup seashell pasta
¼ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths
¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
2 (6 ounce) cans salmon, drained
ground black pepper to taste
8 leaves lettuce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse pasta under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • In food processor or through a sieve, puree cottage cheese. Combine with yogurt and lemon juice; mix well
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, green beans, yogurt mixture and dill; stir to mix. Discard skin from salmon and break into chunks; add to salad and stir gently to mix. Add pepper to taste. Line serving plate with lettuce leaves and mound salad on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SHELL PASTA SALAD WITH SALMON AND GREEN BEANS



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One of my favorite pasta salads. It is not only delicious but it's also low in fat. Enjoy.

Provided by jessica

Categories     Green Bean Salad

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup seashell pasta
¼ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths
¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
2 (6 ounce) cans salmon, drained
ground black pepper to taste
8 leaves lettuce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse pasta under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • In food processor or through a sieve, puree cottage cheese. Combine with yogurt and lemon juice; mix well
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, green beans, yogurt mixture and dill; stir to mix. Discard skin from salmon and break into chunks; add to salad and stir gently to mix. Add pepper to taste. Line serving plate with lettuce leaves and mound salad on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SHELL PASTA SALAD WITH SALMON AND GREEN BEANS



Shell Pasta Salad with Salmon and Green Beans image

One of my favorite pasta salads. It is not only delicious but it's also low in fat. Enjoy.

Provided by jessica

Categories     Green Bean Salad

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup seashell pasta
¼ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths
¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
2 (6 ounce) cans salmon, drained
ground black pepper to taste
8 leaves lettuce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse pasta under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • In food processor or through a sieve, puree cottage cheese. Combine with yogurt and lemon juice; mix well
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, green beans, yogurt mixture and dill; stir to mix. Discard skin from salmon and break into chunks; add to salad and stir gently to mix. Add pepper to taste. Line serving plate with lettuce leaves and mound salad on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SALMON PASTA SALAD



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This recipe was one of my husband's favorite ways to enjoy salmon. I've had it so long I don't even remember where it came from originally. This salad is a nice light meal for a hot summer day, and it lets the salmon flavor come through. -Mary Dennis, Bryan, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (8 ounces) spiral pasta, cooked and drained
2 cups fully cooked salmon chunks or 1 can (14-3/4 ounces) pink salmon, drained, bones and skin removed
1-1/2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes
1 medium cucumber, quartered and sliced
1 small red onion, sliced
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon or lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 head lettuce, torn

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the pasta, salmon, tomatoes, cucumber and onion. For dressing, combine the oil, lemon or lime juice, dill, garlic, salt and pepper; mix well. Pour over pasta. Cover and chill. Serve over lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SHELL PASTA SALAD WITH SALMON AND GREEN BEANS



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One of my favorite pasta salads. It is not only delicious but it's also low in fat. Enjoy.

Provided by Alison

Categories     Green Bean Salad

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup seashell pasta
¼ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths
¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
2 (6 ounce) cans salmon, drained
ground black pepper to taste
8 leaves lettuce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse pasta under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain again and set aside.
  • In food processor or through a sieve, puree cottage cheese. Combine with yogurt and lemon juice; mix well
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, green beans, yogurt mixture and dill; stir to mix. Discard skin from salmon and break into chunks; add to salad and stir gently to mix. Add pepper to taste. Line serving plate with lettuce leaves and mound salad on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SALMON SHELL PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Salmon Shell Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Australian

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups shell pasta, large cooked drained
3 green onions, chopped
1 cup canned red salmon
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 cup Baby Spinach, washed and drained
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons dill weed, fresh chopped
2 tablespoons capers, drained

Steps:

  • mix the dressing up
  • make salad toss.
  • pour over dressing toss
  • chill or serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.5, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 11.6, Sodium 363.5, Carbohydrate 63.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 6.2, Protein 11.1

Tips:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but reduce the cooking time by 1 minute to ensure a slightly al dente texture.
  • Use high-quality canned salmon for the best flavor and texture. Look for wild-caught, sustainably sourced salmon.
  • If you don't have frozen green beans, you can use fresh green beans. Just trim the ends and blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped red onion, bell pepper, or cucumber.
  • For a tangy dressing, use a combination of lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard. You can also add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for later. It will keep well for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This shell pasta salad with salmon and green beans is a delicious and refreshing meal that is perfect for summer. It is packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, making it a nutritious choice for lunch or dinner. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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