CREAMY SEAFOOD PASTA SALAD

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"Salad Envy": That's what they'll have when you show up at the next potluck with this creamy, colourful and delicious offering. You can tell them it's low in calories too, but they probably won't believe you. :wink: Substitute the shrimp with salmon, tuna or lobster for a different taste experience. Note: After several hours of chilling, the pasta will absorb some of the dressing. To return it to a creamier consistency, simply add one or two tablespoons of salad dressing. Cooking time does not include time for refrigeration. Created for the Craze-E Salad Contest.

Provided by Diana 2

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 8-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups shell pasta, small
1 cup small baby shrimp, precooked frozen
3/4 cup fat-free salad dressing, I prefer the Miracle Whip brand
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 tablespoons chives, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, zest of
1 cup frozen green pea
1 zucchini, 6 - 7-inch long, diced (green or yellow)
5 red radishes, thinly sliced
1/3 cup vidalia onion, diced
1 head lettuce, leaves

Steps:

  • Cook pasta until al-dente. Drain then rinse in cold water. Allow to drain.
  • Rinse frozen shrimp under cold running water. Drain, wrap in paper towels and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine salad dressing, tabasco sauce, chives, salt, pepper, lemon juice and zest.
  • In a large bowl, mix together pasta, frozen peas, zucchini, radishes, onions and dressing mixture.
  • Gently toss in the shrimp. Refrigerate for 1 to 12 hours.
  • To serve, line a serving bowl or platter with lettuce leaves. Top with the salad mixture. Garnish, if desired, with rows of radish slices, chopped chives and/or shrimp.

G_ Shiesty187
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer cookout. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Nantongo Florence's music
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover seafood. I had some cooked shrimp and crab on hand and it was perfect for this recipe.


Ala Alashwal
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I'm not a huge seafood fan, but I really enjoyed this pasta salad. The creamy sauce and the vegetables helped to balance out the flavor of the seafood.


OMOWALE OKELOLA
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of seafood and pasta.


SADIQ ABUBAKAR HARUNA
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover seafood.


Paul Gakoru
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing and it's easy to transport.


Joyce Wanjohi
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I love that this pasta salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Numan bashir Numan bashir
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Fabeha Irfan
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Leeway Dzuda
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover seafood. I had some cooked shrimp and crab on hand and it was perfect for this recipe.


abul bashar
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I made this pasta salad for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Md Sejan
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer cookout. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Elisha Emma
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this pasta salad. The creamy sauce and the vegetables helped to balance out the flavor of the seafood.


Justin Elk
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I love the combination of seafood and pasta in this salad. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Alisha Khadka
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I've made this pasta salad a few times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mr FÁK
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! I was worried it might be too heavy, but it was actually light and refreshing. The creamy sauce was perfect for a warm summer day.


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