SHRIMP PASTA SALAD - WACO STYLE

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A cold shrimp pasta salad that's a delicious summer side dish. There's no mayonnaise in this pasta salad. It's dressed with a cheesy Italian dressing, an assortment of fresh chopped veggies, and shrimp. This pasta salad has a nice crunch and zestiness. Not only is this very tasty, but it's also pretty when served.

Provided by Michelle Waco

Categories     Seafood

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

INGREDIENTS
1 lb bay shrimp, pre-cooked and shelled
16 oz elbow macaroni, cooked and cooled (smaller is best)
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1 can(s) sliced ripe olives, drained (3 7/8 oz)
2-3 medium celery ribs, diced finely
1/2 medium Walla Walla onion, diced (any other sweet onion such as vidalia)
1/4 - 1/2 c Parmesan cheese, grated (the kraft flavored is nice in this)
16 oz Bernstein's Light Fantastic Cheese Fantastico salad dressing, to taste
1.5-2 Tbsp Salad Elegance seasoning mix, to taste (I prefer Johnny's brand)
black pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste
GARNISH
egg, hard-boiled and sliced (optional)
green onion, chopped (optional)
grape tomatoes (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Boil noodles as directed on package (around 9-11 minutes). Once cooked, immediately rinse in cold water to stop further cooking.
  • 2. Prep all veggies.
  • 3. While the pasta boils, rinse shrimp removing any remaining shells that were missed.
  • 4. Add in the shrimp, veggies, Parmesan cheese, and salad dressing.
  • 5. Stir thoroughly. Add seasonings to taste.
  • 6. If desired, garnish with a sliced hard-boiled egg, grape tomatoes, and chopped green onions. Chill for 30 minutes, minimum, for best flavor before serving. Enjoy!

Sujon Prodhan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a little bit of chopped red onion and celery for extra flavor.


Brandon Mullen
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit with guests.


Abdurreman Khan
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


R Taj
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This is the best shrimp pasta salad I've ever had. The dressing is so good that I could drink it.


Md Ajad
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


BANGLADESH TOP 1
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Aminu Muhammad Abdulhamid
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Fcade Bashir
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit with guests.


Ashezi Sarah
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it holds up well in the heat.


Noran Dolly Gibson
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This is one of my favorite pasta salads. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of shrimp, pasta, and vegetables.


ihtasham haq
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is so good that it makes the shrimp taste amazing.


Lochie Miller
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This was delicious! I made it for dinner tonight and my family loved it. The only change I made was to use gluten-free pasta.


Landon Bruner
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a little bit of chopped red onion and celery for extra flavor.


Peace Mfana
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This shrimp pasta salad is amazing! I made it for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit. The dressing is so flavorful and the shrimp is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.