Best 6 Kittencals Seafood Pasta Salad Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Kittencal's Seafood Pasta Salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Dive into a vibrant medley of succulent shrimp, calamari, and tender mussels, perfectly complemented by a medley of colorful vegetables. Tossed in a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette, this pasta salad bursts with freshness and tanginess.

Alongside the main recipe, discover a treasure trove of culinary gems, including a refreshing Cucumber Salad with a zesty dressing, a creamy and flavorful Avocado Ranch Dressing, and a versatile Homemade Italian Dressing that elevates any salad or dish.

For a delightful appetizer or side dish, whip up the easy-to-make Pico de Gallo, a vibrant salsa bursting with the flavors of fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapenos. Transport yourself to the Mediterranean with the classic Greek Salad, a harmonious blend of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onions, and feta cheese, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette.

Satisfy your sweet cravings with the delectable Chocolate Mousse, a rich and decadent dessert that will leave you wanting more. Alternatively, indulge in the goodness of the classic Blueberry Scones, perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon tea.

Embark on this culinary adventure and delight your palate with a symphony of flavors from Kittencal's Seafood Pasta Salad and its accompanying recipes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

KITTENCAL'S FAMOUS GREEK SALAD

Kittencal's Famous Greek Salad image

Be prepared for the best Greek salad on the planet! --- plan ahead the dressing needs at least 2 or more hours to blend the flavors, I sometimes add in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese to the dressing for a more cheesy dressing, all amounts may be adjusted to taste ---- to marinade the salad allow to sit at room temperature before serving, see bottom of instructions --- you will find this and many more of my recipes posted here http://kittencalskitchen.com/2009/04/13/kittens-famous-greek-salad/ ---also see my recipe #359292

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Greek

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup olive oil (can reduce to 3/4 cup)
1 extra large lemon, juice of (can use 2 lemons ( make certain that the lemon is at room temperature before squeezing)
2 -4 teaspoons dried oregano (start with 2 teaspoons)
3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic (about 2 medium cloves)
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 large romaine lettuce, chopped (or use 2 small)
2 -3 plum tomatoes, cut in wedges (use Roma tomatoes)
1 English cucumber (peeled, seeded and chopped)
1 red onion, cut in slices
1 green bell pepper (seeded and cut into rings or sliced) (optional)
1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled (or to taste)
1 cup kalamata olive

Steps:

For the dressing; in a processor or use a wire whisk process/whisk the olive oil with lemon juice, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, garlic, dried, basil, red wine vinegar, salt and sugar until smooth (add in more oregano and lemon juice if needed).
Season with black pepper.
Chill in fridge for a couple of hours before using to blend flavors.
Place the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
Pour dressing over; toss to combine.
If desired allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving, or you can refrigerate for 1 hour (tossing a few time during sitting time).

KITTENCAL'S FAMOUS CAESAR SALAD

Kittencal's Famous Caesar Salad image

I developed this dressing years ago, and I can honestly say that you won't be able to keep your spoon out of the fridge for a taste, it is that good! --- although I do think the dressing is better with the anchovy it can certainly be made without them. In a pinch I have even substituted buttermilk for the half and half cream, just use about the same amount --- this dressing gets stronger with refrigeration time so a small amount of fresh garlic goes a long way! ---- usually one recipe without doubling is perfect for one large romaine lettuce, if you are serving a large crowd of people you might want to double -- salad dressing will not work for this use only mayonnaise, I find Hellman's brand mayonnaise works the best and for the perfect companion to this salad see my recipe#125034-------------LOWER-FAT OPTION use reduced fat mayonnaise and fat-free half and half or low-fat milk --- also see my recipe#66596

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 large head romaine lettuce (washed over and thoroughly dried)
1 1/2 cups garlic-flavored croutons (or to taste, see Kittencal's Garlic Croutons)
parmesan cheese
freshly grated black pepper (to taste)
2 anchovy fillets (or to taste)
2 fresh garlic cloves (or to taste)
1 cup mayonnaise (not salad dressing Hellman's is best)
1/4 cup half-and-half cream or 1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (Hellman's Dijonnaise is best!)
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (or to taste) (optional)
buttermilk or half-and-half, for thinning

Steps:

In a small 2-cup mini food processor, process/mince the anchovy fillets and garlic together until finely minced (do this together and firstly, otherwise it will not get minced properly with the other ingredients).
Add in the remaining ingredients, and process for 30 seconds, or more until well mixed.
Adjust seasonings to taste.
Thin with buttermilk (or milk) for a thinner consistency if desired.
Store in fridge, covered in a glass container for 3 or more hours before using (the flavors become stronger when left in the fridge for a longer time).
Toss desired amount of dressing with Romaine lettuce and croutons.
Sprinkle with more grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

SEAFOOD PASTA SALAD

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This side dish's sweet dressing has a bit of kick that combines perfectly with the pasta, seafood and veggies. Elizabeth Halfman of Davenport, Iowa shares the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Thousand Island salad dressing
3 to 4 drops hot pepper sauce
1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 package (5 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1/2 cup diced celery

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, salad dressing and hot pepper sauce. Stir in the crab, shrimp, broccoli, cauliflower and celery. , Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Gently stir into shrimp mixture. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SEAFOOD PASTA SALAD

Seafood Pasta Salad image

Something different that's great for picnics. My family begs for it all year!

Provided by flwrpwr60

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Crab Salad Recipes

Time 5h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 ½ (8 ounce) packages tri-color pasta
3 stalks celery
1 pound imitation crabmeat
1 cup frozen green peas
1 cup mayonnaise
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; rinse under cold water until cool and drain.
While pasta is cooking, chop celery and crabmeat. Run hot water over peas to defrost.
In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, milk, salt and pepper. Add the pasta, celery and crabmeat and stir until evenly coated. Adjust the salt, sugar or mayonnaise to suit your taste. Chill several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 962.2 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

KITTENCAL'S CAESAR TORTELLINI SALAD

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My family LOVES this salad, I make often in the summer with sweet cherry tomatoes from my garden, feel free to adjust all ingredient amounts and add in other ingeredints also, you can sub feta for Parmesan, use your favorite Caesar dressing or use my recipe#116849. Prep time does not include cooking the tortellini.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Summer

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini (cooked and rinsed under cold water)
1 head romaine lettuce (torn into small pieces)
1 cup prepared creamy caesar salad dressing (can use less, I use Kittencal's Famous Caesar Salad)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
10 large cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
2 cups caesar-flavor croutons (see my Kittencal's Garlic Croutons)
black pepper (to taste)
salt (optional and to taste)

Steps:

In a medium bowl combine the cooked tortellini with chopped lettuce, Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese; toss well to coat.
Season with black pepper to taste and salt if desired.
Top with sliced cherry tomatoes and croutons.
Serve immediately.
Delicious!

KITTENCAL'S CREAMY GREEK-STYLE PASTA SALAD

Kittencal's Creamy Greek-Style Pasta Salad image

If you are a lover of Greek salad and Greek food then you are certain to enjoy this --- once you make this a few times you will most likely need to play around with the dressing ingredient to suit taste, I have listed 1/3 cup mayonnaise to be added to the dressing you may need to adjust the mayonnaise amount to desired creaminess after the salad is mixed --- plan ahead this salad needs to chill for at least 4 hours before serving

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Vegetable

Time 4h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 lb dry rotini pasta
1 small cucumber (peeled, seeded and chopped)
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small red onion, chopped (or use 5-6 green onion, chopped)
1/2 cup sliced kalamata olive
1 1/2 cups cubed feta cheese (you will need more for the dressing)
salt (to taste)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
1 fresh garlic clove (or use 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons dried oregano (or use 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning in place of oregano and basil)
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup mayonnaise (more if needed mixed in the salad at the end)

Steps:

Cool the pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain then rinse well under cold water.
Place the pasta in a large bowl.
Add in cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, olives and cubed feta cheese; toss to combine.
For the dressing; in a processor place the garlic clove and process until minced.
Add in all the remaining ingredients except the mayonnaise;process until well blended (about 20-30 seconds) then add in the mayonnaise and process until combined.
Pour over the salad ingredients in the bowl; toss to combine (if you prefer a creamier salad then add in more mayonnaise to taste).
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.3, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 31.8, Sodium 529.2, Carbohydrate 52.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 13.1

Tips:

Use fresh seafood: Fresh seafood will give your pasta salad the best flavor. If you can, buy seafood that was caught the same day.
Cook the seafood properly: Seafood should be cooked through, but not overcooked. Overcooked seafood will be tough and chewy.
Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add color, flavor, and nutrients to your pasta salad. Use a variety of vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and onions.
Make a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what will bring all the flavors of your pasta salad together. Use a dressing that is flavorful and tangy. A simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise or yogurt are both good options.
Don't overdress the pasta salad: Too much dressing will make your pasta salad soggy. Add the dressing just before serving and toss the salad gently to coat.
Serve the pasta salad chilled: Pasta salad is best served chilled. This will help the flavors to meld together and the salad will be more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Seafood pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. With a variety of seafood, vegetables, and a flavorful dressing, seafood pasta salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck. Experiment with different types of seafood and vegetables to create your own unique pasta salad recipe.