Light Shrimp And Pasta Salad Recipes

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again., In a large bowl, combine pasta, shrimp, peas, green onions and parsley. Mix remaining ingredients; stir into pasta mixture. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours.

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD WITH DILL

Steps:

• Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes. Immediately immerse shrimp in a bowl of cold water and let cool, at least 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 11 minutes.
• Peel and devein shrimp. Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl.
• Add shrimp, mayonnaise, sour cream, peas, celery, red onion, lemon juice, dill, sugar, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Adjust seasonings to taste. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

LIGHT SHRIMP AND PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta until al dente.
• Drain and allow to cool.
• Toss pasta with shrimp, celery, red pepper, peas and onions.
• In a separate bowl, combine remaining ingredients.
• Add to pasta mixture.
• Stir well.
• Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
• If desired, serve on a bed of lettuce, accompanied with a slice or two of fresh crusty bread.

LIGHT PASTA & SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions then drain. Cool down with some cold water and let drain.
• Coursely chop the shrimp
• In a large bowl add the pasta, shrimp, peas, green onions, mayo, yogurt, lemon juice and spices. Mix together well.
• Serve on a large piece of lettuce

SHRIMP AND PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to directions on box. During the last two (2) minutes of cook time add shrimp and peas to pasta. Drain and rinse with cold water.
• Set aside.
• In small bowl combine yogurt, mayo, lemon juice, Old Bay, and garlic powder. Set aside.
• Pour pasta into a serving bowl, add vegetables and dressing and chill for at least an hour. Salt and pepper to taste and serve.

THAI SHRIMP-AND-PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta in boiling water for 9 1/2 minutes, omitting fat and salt.
• Add carrots and cook an additional 30 seconds.
• Drain and rinse with cold water.
• Combine pasta mixture, shrimp, lettuce, cilantro leaves and peanuts in a large bowl. Toss well.
• Combine lime juice and remaining 7 ingredients in a jar.
• Cover tightly and shake vigorously.
• Pour over pasta mixture, tossing gently to coat.