Best 8 Shrimp Caesar Pasta Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our versatile Shrimp Caesar Pasta Salad, a dish that seamlessly blends the classic flavors of Caesar salad with the succulent taste of shrimp and the comforting heartiness of pasta. This tantalizing dish features a medley of crisp romaine lettuce, succulent shrimp, cherry tomatoes, crunchy croutons, and shaved Parmesan cheese, all tossed in a creamy and tangy Caesar dressing. As a bonus, we've included two additional enticing recipes: a refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad, perfect for a light and summery meal, and a flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi, sure to satisfy your seafood cravings. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our carefully curated collection of recipes, designed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CAESAR'S PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups 1/3-inch-diced day-old bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup reduced-fat buttermilk
1/4 cup reduced-fat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
2 hearts of romaine lettuce, cut into 1/3-inch pieces
2 ears of corn, kernels removed
8 ounces tricolored fusilli, cooked and cooled

Steps:

  • For the croutons: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • On a small rimmed baking sheet, toss the cubed bread with the olive oil, Parmesan and salt. Bake until golden brown and crispy, about 15 minutes.
  • For the dressing: Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the Parmesan, buttermilk, yogurt, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic. Set aside to let the flavors marry for 5 minutes.
  • For the salad: Remove the cloves of garlic from the dressing and discard. To the bowl of dressing, add the lettuce, corn, pasta and croutons. Toss well to coat.

CAESAR SALAD WITH SHRIMP



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 loaf crusty French bread, cubed
1/4 cup store-bought garlic olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup store-bought garlic olive oil
4 oil-packed anchovy fillets
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 1/2 avocados
1/2 lemon, plus additional lemon juice for the avocado
3 romaine lettuce hearts, trimmed and quartered lengthwise
1 1/2 pounds 16-20 count cooked shrimp, shells and tails removed
1/2 cup Parmesan shavings
1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • For the garlicky croutons: Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
  • Spread out the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the garlic oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, tossing the croutons once halfway through, until crisp, about 25 minutes. Set aside and cool completely.
  • For the Caesar dressing: Put the garlic oil in a blender. Add the anchovies, mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Add the Parmesan and give it a quick blitz. (You want to retain some of the texture of the cheese.)
  • For the salad: Peel and pit the avocados, then slice lengthwise into spears and sprinkle with some lemon juice to prevent browning. Set aside.
  • Arrange the romaine in a line on a platter with the inside of each quarter-head of lettuce facing upward. Drizzle the dressing over the lettuce, allowing it to seep into the layers of leaves. Arrange the shrimp on top, along with the croutons. Scatter the cheese shavings and parsley leaves over the top. Squeeze the lemon half over the whole platter and serve.

SHRIMP CAESAR PASTA SALAD



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Toss romaine and tomatoes into this shrimp pasta salad with a creamy Caesar dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon finely grated garlic
8 ounces dried penne
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces peeled, deveined medium shrimp
1 1/2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Steps:

  • Whisk the mayonnaise, Parmesan, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Transfer to a large bowl along with the dressing.
  • Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add the shrimp, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp is pink and just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside to cool.
  • Add the cooked shrimp, romaine, celery and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

LAYERED CAESAR, SHRIMP & PASTA SALAD



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A layered salad is the perfect summer dish. Our video has tips on keeping lettuce crisp and how to up the level of Caesar-style flavor with fresh garlic.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Side Dish Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings, 2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup KRAFT Lite Creamy Caesar Dressing
1/4 cup KRAFT Mayo with Olive Oil Reduced Fat Mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pkg. (6 oz.) torn mixed salad greens
2 cups medium pasta shells, cooked, cooled
1 large tomato, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup seasoned croutons
2 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
1/2 lb. frozen cooked cleaned medium shrimp, thawed
1/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Mix dressing, mayo and garlic until blended.
  • Place half the salad greens in 3-qt. bowl; cover with layers of pasta, tomatoes, remaining greens, croutons, eggs, shrimp and cheese. Refrigerate dressing mixture and salad 1 hour.
  • Add dressing mixture to salad just before serving; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Sodium 660 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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Low-calorie main dish with no added salt. Serve with crackers or whole grain French bread...great for outdoor summer meals. Can also be used as a side dish.

Provided by CallaLily

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
1 pound cooked shrimp, chilled
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ red onion, thinly sliced
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (such as Mrs. Dash®)
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Run pasta under cold water and let cool in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add shrimp, tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, broccoli, vinegar, garlic, oil, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Toss well, coating everything with the spices, oil, and vinegar. Chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Serve cold; sprinkle Parmesan over individual servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 149 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 212.5 mg, Sugar 5 g

CAESAR SHRIMP AND PASTA



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Here's an easy entree that's ready in a dash. Creamy Caesar salad dressing beautifully coats pasta, shrimp and broccoli for a flavorful meal. -Jo Ann Boyer, Bloomingdale, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup reduced-fat creamy Caesar salad dressing, divided
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 4 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook shrimp in 2 tablespoons dressing over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta mixture; transfer to a large bowl. Add the shrimp, cheese and remaining dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 178mg cholesterol, Sodium 837mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SHRIMP KALE CAESAR SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Shrimp Kale Caesar Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large free-range egg, dijon mustard, anchovies, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, whole grain wheat bread, olive oil, italian seasoning, kosher salt, wild-caught shrimp, olive oil, garlic, lemon, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, kale, kosher salt, avocado, pomegranate seeds, parmesan cheese

Provided by Greg Perez

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 large free-range egg
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
3 fillets anchovies
2 cloves garlic
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, to taste
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 oz whole grain wheat bread, 1 loaf, cut into bite-size cubes
olive oil, to taste
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 pinch kosher salt
1 lb wild-caught shrimp, (about 21 or 25) peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, zested
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
12 cups kale, mixed, stemmed and sliced into ribbons
kosher salt, to taste
1 avocado, pitted and thinly sliced
¾ cup pomegranate seeds
½ cup parmesan cheese, shaved

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Add the egg, Dijon mustard, anchovy fillets, and garlic to a blender. Blend for about 1 minute, until smooth and creamy. With the blender running, slowly pour in the olive oil and blend until thick and emulsified. Season the dressing to taste with lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and quickly pulse to incorporate. Set aside. The dressing can be made ahead. Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Make the croutons: In a 3-quart (3 L) mixing bowl, combine the bread, olive oil, and Italian seasoning. Toss to coat the bread cubes.
  • Heat a medium pan over medium heat. Add the bread cubes, in batches if necessary to keep from overcrowding the pan. Toast, tossing occasionally, until crispy and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and season with salt. Set aside. The croutons can be made ahead. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 4 days.
  • Make the shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp.
  • Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook the shrimp for 2 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque. Remove from the pan.
  • Thoroughly wash and dry the kale. Add to a large bowl and season with salt. Gently massage the kale to break down some of the fibrous texture. Toss with a bit of dressing to coat the leaves, then add more to taste.
  • Add the croutons, shrimp, avocado, pomegranate seeds, and Parmesan. Toss well.
  • Divide between bowls and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 842 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 57 grams, Fiber 18 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 12 grams

SHRIMP AND PASTA SHELL SALAD



Shrimp and Pasta Shell Salad image

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Look for shrimp that is firm and opaque, and vegetables that are crisp and brightly colored.
  • Cook the shrimp properly: Overcooked shrimp is tough and rubbery, so be careful not to overcook it. Cook the shrimp until it is just opaque and pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Make your own Caesar dressing: Homemade Caesar dressing is easy to make and much tastier than store-bought dressing. Simply whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Don't just stick to lettuce and tomatoes. Add other vegetables to your salad, such as cucumber, celery, bell peppers, or asparagus.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese: Parmesan cheese is a key ingredient in Caesar salad, so don't be afraid to use plenty of it. Grated Parmesan cheese is best, but you can also use shaved or crumbled Parmesan.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Caesar salad is best served immediately after it is made. The dressing will start to wilt the lettuce if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Shrimp Caesar pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. With its combination of fresh shrimp, crunchy vegetables, and creamy Caesar dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this shrimp Caesar pasta salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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