ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD IN SHELLS

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Great for Pot Lucks, as an appetizer, a side salad, or a light lunch meal. Very versatile recipe - you can substitute the chicken and salami with any 2 of your favorite meats that you have on hand. Substitute your favorite italian type dressing for the vinaigrette dressing!

Provided by Jan Bickel

Categories     Salads

Time 3h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 16 ounce package jumbo pasta shells
1 c coarsely chopped cooked chicken
3 oz italian hard salami, chopped
4 c chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 c chopped fresh basil
1 c coarsely chopped tomato
3/4 c coarsely chopped cucumber
1/3 c roasted garlic vinaigrette dressing
shaved parmesean cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook jumbo pasta shells as directed on the package; Drain & cool. (This step can also be done the night before, place cooked shells in air tight container in the refrigerator).
  • 2. Place remaining ingredients EXCEPT VINAIGRETTE & PARMESEAN in a medium bowl.
  • 3. Pour vinaigrette over the salad, toss to coat.
  • 4. Stuff the shells with the salad.
  • 5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. The vinaigrette dressing WILL soak into the shells. To serve, put stuffed shells onto serving platter & sprinkle with parmesean cheese .

Abdul hayyu Husainni
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef.


Blessing Njogu
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the shells, and they always ask for seconds.


Mian Shaheer
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I made this salad for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique presentation and the delicious flavors.


Nakita Allen
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the salty cheese, the tangy dressing, and the sweet tomatoes.


James Pennington
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I'm not a huge fan of salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and tangy, and the vegetables are fresh and crisp.


The Doggett Family
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef.


Quinnderrick Haynes
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the shells, and they always ask for seconds.


Phyllis Forbes
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I made this salad for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique presentation and the delicious flavors.


Zee 00
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the salty cheese, the tangy dressing, and the sweet tomatoes.


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I'm not a huge fan of salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and tangy, and the vegetables are fresh and crisp.


Andiswa Mbatha
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I also added some chopped hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.


Starfrosh comedy
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I love that this salad can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Sheikh Hussain
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Rashid Sial
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique presentation and the delicious flavors.


Tumi Hlwili
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes, and they all worked perfectly in this salad.


Shuaib Zainab
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I'm in love with this Italian chopped salad served in shells! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and the shells make it so fun to eat. I especially love the combination of the salty cheese, the crunchy vegetables, and the tangy dressing.


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