Best 6 Pasta Shell And Shrimp Or Ham Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our versatile pasta shell, a true culinary canvas waiting to be adorned with a symphony of flavors. From the classic combination of shrimp and ham to the vibrant freshness of vegetables, these recipes unlock a world of possibilities for your taste buds. Explore the delightful simplicity of pasta shells tossed with tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing. Discover the harmonious union of ham, peas, and a velvety cheese sauce, perfectly nestled within the pasta shells. Embark on a vegetarian adventure with a medley of roasted vegetables, succulent sun-dried tomatoes, and a tangy lemon-herb dressing, all nestled within the comforting embrace of pasta shells. Each recipe offers a unique tapestry of flavors and textures, promising an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HAM AND SHRIMP MACARONI SALAD



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"This refreshing summer salad, chock-full of ham and shrimp, is almost a complete meal in itself," says Andrea Bolden from Unionville, Tennessee. "Served with freshly baked bread and a fruit dessert, it's a great lunch."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cubed cooked ham or chicken
4 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 cup frozen cooked small shrimp, thawed
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup each chopped onion, green pepper and sweet red pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
DRESSING:
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons vinegar
1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the ham, macaroni, shrimp, celery, onion, peppers and cheese. In another bowl, combine the dressing ingredients until blended. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill for several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD



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This easy shrimp pasta salad is ready in minutes! Made with healthy ingredients, veggies and bright lemon dressing. Perfect for potlucks.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni (or similar small pasta, such as mini shells (about 2 cups uncooked macaroni))
1 pound frozen salad shrimp (thawed and patted dry, or use roughly chopped peeled and deveined cooked shrimp)
1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)
1 red bell pepper (cored and cut into a 1/4-inch dice)
1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
2 green onions (finely chopped (about 1/4 cup))
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
2/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 1/2 lemon)
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus additional to taste)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (plus additional to taste)
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta to al dente according to the package instructions. Drain in a colander, then rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Shake off as much water as possible. Let the colander with the pasta sit in the sink or on a towel to continue draining while you prepare the rest of the salad.
  • In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the dressing ingredients: Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, white vinegar, Dijon, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  • In a large serving bowl, place the shrimp, celery, bell pepper, peas, green onion, and dill. Shake the pasta once more, then add it to the bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
  • If time allows, place the pasta in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour prior to serving. Enjoy directly from the fridge or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 194 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 144 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD



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I adore shrimp, so discovering it in this pasta salad recipe was a real treat for me. The lemon-dill sauce is light and bright. It's one of our favorite cold pasta salad recipes! -Traci Wynne, Denver, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells (about 2-2/3 cups)
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, chopped
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

HAM AND SHELL SALAD



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A variation from the traditional macaroni or pasta salad.

Provided by ramblinrose

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package medium pasta shells
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
¼ pound deli ham, diced
1 cup diced Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a pot with lightly-salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the shell pasta and cook until the pasta is tender but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • Stir the peas, ham, Cheddar cheese, onion, mayonnaise, vegetable oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; add the cooked pasta and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour, or until completely chilled, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 36.5 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 672.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

SHRIMP AND PASTA SHELL SALAD



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When I want to make a macaroni salad just a little bit extra-special, nothing does the trick like some small, sweet shrimp. This is one of my favorite summer salads, and it's oh-so-easy.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ¼ cups mayonnaise, or more if needed
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons ketchup
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 lemon, juiced
⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
1 (12 ounce) package small pasta shells
1 pound cooked, peeled, and deveined small shrimp - cut in half
½ cup finely diced red bell pepper
¾ cup diced celery
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch paprika, for garnish
3 sprigs fresh dill, or as desired

Steps:

  • Whisk 1 1/4 cup mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; add lemon juice and 1/3 cup chopped dill. Whisk until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate.
  • Bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil and stir in pasta shells; cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool pasta slightly; drain again. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Toss shrimp with pasta; add red bell pepper, celery, and dressing to pasta and shrimp. Mix thoroughly to coat and fill shells with dressing. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, 2 to 3 hours.
  • Stir salad again before serving and season to taste with more salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper if desired. If salad seems a little dry, mix in a little more mayonnaise. Garnish with paprika and sprigs of dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 99.3 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 663.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CREAMY GARLIC SHRIMP AND PASTA



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With a dish like this in your back pocket, you'll truly be unflappable. Whether your in-laws have shown up for an unexpected dinner, you're in the mood for romance or just need to a little indulgence, this impressive and oh-so-easy creamy shrimp pasta is attainable and ready to serve in only 10 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (9 oz) refrigerated linguine
1 lb uncooked large shrimp, peeled (tail shells removed), deveined
1/4 cup dry white wine or Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup reduced-fat garlic-and-herbs spreadable cheese (from 4-oz container)
1/2 cup fat-free (skim) milk
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
Fresh oregano sprigs, if desired

Steps:

  • In 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven, heat 3 quarts water to boiling; add linguine and shrimp. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until linguine is tender and shrimp are pink. Drain and return to Dutch oven; cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet, heat wine, cheese, milk, garlic and salt to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 2 minutes, stirring constantly, or until slightly thickened.
  • Add linguine and shrimp to sauce in skillet; toss to coat. Stir in chopped oregano just before serving. Garnish with oregano sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 1/4 Cups, Sodium 530 mg

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, measure and prepare all ingredients. This will ensure a smooth cooking process.
  • Cook Pasta Shells Al Dente: Slightly undercook the pasta to achieve the perfect texture. Al dente pasta will hold its shape and have a slight bite when cooked.
  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will elevate your dish. Opt for ripe vegetables, succulent shrimp, and premium-quality ham.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to add salt and pepper to taste. Seasoning enhances the flavors of the individual ingredients and creates a cohesive dish.
  • Chill Before Serving: For optimal flavor and texture, chill the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the salad to set.

Conclusion:

Pasta Shell and Shrimp or Ham Salad is a versatile dish that can be tailored to your preferences. With endless variations of fillings, dressings, and garnishes, you can create a unique and delicious salad every time. Experiment with different ingredients and techniques to find your favorite combination. Whether you're hosting a party, packing a lunch, or simply craving a light and satisfying meal, this pasta salad is sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

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