Seashell Macaroni Salad Recipes

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OUT TO SEA PASTA SHELL SALAD



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Here's a healthier version of a popular boxed salad mix you can buy at the store. We absolutely love it! You can also add a little cooked chicken breast to make it heartier. &mdashAnn Timmerman, Northfield, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
2/3 cup shredded carrots
2/3 cup frozen peas, thawed
4 turkey bacon strips, diced and cooked
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
3/4 cup fat-free milk
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix

Steps:

  • Cook shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the carrots, peas and bacon. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream. Add milk and dressing mix; beat until combined., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to vegetable mixture. Add dressing mixture; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CREAMY SHELL PASTA SALAD



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When I took this to a ladies' salad luncheon, the bowl was completely cleaned out!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup uncooked small pasta shells
3/4 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 small carrot, thinly sliced
1/3 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup sunflower kernels
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup prepared ranch salad dressing
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, broccoli, carrot, cheese, cucumber, celery, sunflower kernels and egg. , In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SEA SHELLS SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound medium-size shell shape pasta, cooked to al dente, cold shocked, well drained
2 scallions, chopped, both whites and greens
1/2 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped into fine dice
1/3 cup tiny frozen green peas, a generous handful
1/4 to 1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 or 4 sprigs fresh tarragon, chopped to about 2 tablespoons
Coarse salt and pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Romaine or leaf lettuce, for lining plate under salad

Steps:

  • Pile salad ingredients in a mixing bowl as you prepare them. Combine salad ingredients, taste, and adjust seasonings. Serve salad on bed of lettuce leaves.
  • Yield: Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 8 to 10 minutes for pasta Ease of preparation: moderate

SEASHELL PASTA SALAD



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This Seashell Pasta Salad is kid-friendly and loaded up with plenty of veggies. Plus, is so quick and easy that the kids can even make it! Perfect for any beach picnic.

Provided by TheSkinnyFork.com

Yield Servings: 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 Oz. Dry Pasta Shells
1/2 C. Diced Red Bell Pepper
1/2 C. Shredded or Chopped Carrots
1/2 C. Halved Cherry/Grape Tomatoes
2 Tbsp. Grated Parmesean Cheese (+ Extra for garnish.)
2 Tbsp. Chopped Chives
2/3 C. Italian Salad Dressing
Salt & Pepper to Taste

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to directions on their package. Once the pasta is done, drain it and transfer to a large bowl. Add in the 1/2 C. diced bell pepper, 1/2 C. shredded carrots, 1/2 C. tomatoes, 1/4 C. cheese, and 2 Tbsp. chives. Stir to combine. Pour the 1 C. dressing into the pasta salad and stir to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and place the bowl in the fridge to chill until ready to enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : The Skinny Servings

GARDEN SHELL SALAD



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Fresh basil marries the flavors of this splendid salad from Kathy Glasgow. The Marysville, California reader lightly dresses the dish, making it ideal with almost any entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells
2 cups frozen peas
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the peas during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time. Drain and rinse in cold water. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, peas, celery, red pepper and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar, basil, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SEAFOOD & SHELLS SALAD



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My family often asks for this salad during the summer months. The colors and flavor brighten up any potluck. -Rosalee Ray, Lansing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 13 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
3 packages (8 ounces each) imitation crabmeat
1 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
3 tablespoons each finely chopped green, sweet red and yellow pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed
1-1/2 cups fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the crab, shrimp, onion, celery, peppers, parsley and dill. Stir in pasta. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 612mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SEA SHELL SALAD



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This is the perfect picnic dish - no mayo!! Very easy to prepare and a nice change from the usual covered dish take along. I've been making this for 20 years (and I'm still young)!

Provided by PA Kathy

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 27m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 lb) box of medium sea shell macaroni or 1 (1 lb) box large sea shell macaroni
1 can tomato soup
1 medium chopped green bell pepper
1 medium chopped onion
1 (4 ounce) jar pimientos
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup cooking oil
3/4 cup cider vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients EXCEPT macaroni in a 3 quart glass covered dish.
  • Chill in refrigerator overnight to blend flavors.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.
  • Add to liquid mixture stirring well and refrigerate at least 2-3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.9, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 187.9, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 16.4, Protein 3

SEAFOOD MACARONI SALAD



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This refreshing salad is always well received, especially in summer. My mother said the recipe just "evolved", because she kept adding ingredients until it tasted right. It really does have great flavor!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 10 ounces)
6 ounces peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained and flaked
2 cups sliced celery
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
3 to 4 hard-boiled large eggs, coarsely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish or finely chopped sweet pickles
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in boiling salted water until tender; drain and cool. In a large bowl, combine macaroni, shrimp, crabmeat, celery, onion and eggs; set aside. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, pickle relish, mustard, vinegar and paprika. Add to macaroni mixture; toss lightly. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts :

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