ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD IN SHELLS

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Great for Pot Lucks, as an appetizer, a side salad, or a light lunch meal. Very versatile recipe - you can substitute the chicken and salami with any 2 of your favorite meats that you have on hand. Substitute your favorite italian type dressing for the vinaigrette dressing!

Provided by Jan Bickel

Categories     Salads

Time 3h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 16 ounce package jumbo pasta shells
1 c coarsely chopped cooked chicken
3 oz italian hard salami, chopped
4 c chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 c chopped fresh basil
1 c coarsely chopped tomato
3/4 c coarsely chopped cucumber
1/3 c roasted garlic vinaigrette dressing
shaved parmesean cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook jumbo pasta shells as directed on the package; Drain & cool. (This step can also be done the night before, place cooked shells in air tight container in the refrigerator).
  • 2. Place remaining ingredients EXCEPT VINAIGRETTE & PARMESEAN in a medium bowl.
  • 3. Pour vinaigrette over the salad, toss to coat.
  • 4. Stuff the shells with the salad.
  • 5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. The vinaigrette dressing WILL soak into the shells. To serve, put stuffed shells onto serving platter & sprinkle with parmesean cheese .

Neil Cordy
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This salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite Italian flavors.


Tanjiro Kamado
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Lwasa Shafii
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


M Laiqat
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I'm not a big fan of salads, but this one was really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Presh Billioz
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was just as good the next day.


Marco Urizar
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I love the tangy dressing on this salad. It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour.


Taskeen Ali
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I had some leftover chicken and pasta, and this was the perfect way to use them up.


Changaiz Baloch
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it held up well in the heat.


Karolina Alfeus
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Alone Heart
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I wasn't sure about the shells at first, but they really added a nice crunch to the salad.


Carolee Burrows
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I highly recommend this salad. It's a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for any occasion.


Nitesh Kumar
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Inshu Kedem
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The dressing is perfectly tangy and sweet.


Binay Rana
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or pasta. It's also a healthy and refreshing meal.


Amir Afzali
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect summer dish!


MD.Shafaiyathul Islam
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This salad was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely recommend it.


Maxine
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one was really good. The dressing was light and refreshing, and the shells added a nice touch.


Nick Sparta
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Kamari Williams
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the salad turned out perfectly. The dressing was tangy and flavorful, and the shells added a nice crunch.


Arch Walter Leonard
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This Italian Chopped Salad in Shells was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was incredible. My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.


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