SHRIMP 'N' SHELLS SALAD

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"I received this recipe from a friend," explains Heather Richardson. "It can even be served as a light dinner with toasted garlic bread." The St. Paul, Virginia reader serves the low-fat salad on a bed of fresh greens.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup diced pimientos
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, for dressing, combine the mayonnaise, cheese, buttermilk, onion, parsley, basil, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor; cover and process until blended., Drain the pasta and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, shrimp, peas, pimientos, tomato and onions. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 477mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Thobias Kunzugala
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This is my go-to salad recipe for summer parties. It's always a hit and it's so easy to make. I love the combination of shrimp, pasta, and vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful.


KING MIAN RAHAT
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use any kind of pasta or vegetables that I have on hand.


aditting boy420 jutt
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could use some more seasoning or a more flavorful dressing.


MD Naimur Rohman
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I loved this salad! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


PEDRO Rodriguez
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use any kind of pasta or vegetables that I have on hand. The dressing is also very versatile - I've used everything from lemon-herb to thousand island. Yum!


Minhaj Rahman
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The salad was light and refreshing, and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I used a store-bought dressing, but next time I'll try making my own. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Syed Adeel
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This shrimp n shells salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The shrimp is perfectly cooked, tender and juicy, while the pasta is al dente and flavorful. The vegetables add a nice crunch and freshness, and the dressing is light and