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.

Sebaga Kobayatshwene
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This pasta salad is amazing! It's so fresh and flavorful, and the shells make it really fun to eat. I'll definitely be making this again.


MijAn Mijan
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Roberta Dollar
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is an exception. It's so light and refreshing, and the dressing is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again this summer.


Cntosh Gurung
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I usually have some cooked pasta in my fridge, and this is a great way to turn it into a delicious meal. I love the combination of flavors in this salad, and the shells make it really fun to e


Francois Moses
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love the combination of flavors, and the shells are a fun touch. I usually add some chopped fresh parsley to the salad, and I also


RJ Rimon
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This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love the combination of flavors, and the shells are a fun touch. I usually add some chopped red onion and celery to the salad, and I also like to use a light vinaigrette dre


daem degast
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. The shells are a great touch, and the dressing is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Kirabe Cathy
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I usually have some cooked pasta in my fridge, and this is a great way to turn it into a delicious meal. I love the combination of flavors in this salad, and the shells make it really fun to e


Rasha Juja
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good pasta salad recipe for ages, and this one is perfect. It's easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Dx Bishal
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This pasta salad is delicious! I made it exactly as the recipe says, and it turned out perfectly. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the shells are cooked al dente. I will definitely be making this again.


Wikki jaN
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I love this pasta salad! It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add some extra veggies, like chopped broccoli or bell pepper, to make it even more nutritious.


Mukona Mohope
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The shells are a great way to add some fun to the dish, and the dressing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Chris Harris
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is an exception. It's so light and refreshing, and the dressing is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again this summer.


Chelsey Williams
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Numan Ali
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This pasta salad is amazing! It's so fresh and flavorful, and the shells make it really fun to eat. I'll definitely be making this again.


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