Mediterranean Style Shrimp Pasta Salad Food

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP SALAD IN A JAR

Steps:

• Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well. Combine orzo with Greek vinaigrette and herbs., In each of four 1-qt. wide-mouth canning jars, divide and layer ingredients in the following order: orzo mixture, shrimp, artichokes, red pepper, green pepper, red onion, Greek olives, feta cheese and arugula. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Transfer salads into bowls; toss to combine.

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Mix first 3 ingredients until blended.
• Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add mayo mixture; mix lightly.
• Refrigerate 1 hour.

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP ORZO SALAD

Steps:

• Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, combine orzo, shrimp, vegetables, olives and herbs. Add vinaigrette; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE SHRIMP PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Make the lemony dressing. In a large bowl, whisk lemon juice, zest, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, spices, salt and pepper.
• Now build the salad. Add the pasta to the same bowl. Add remaining ingredients except the feta. Toss well to combine, then add feta and give just a gentle toss (see note below, if you want to make this pasta ahead of time.)

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Place olives, basil, red onion, lemon juice, and oil in blender and pulse until well blended.
• Place 1/2 cup olive mixture in large bowl. Add shrimp and toss until coated. Add rest of olive mixture to sald leaves in another bowl and toss to coat.
• Divide salad leaves between 4 pats and top with shrimp and tomato. Sprinkle with parsley and pepper. Serve with bread slices.

MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to directions; drain.
• Rinse with cold water; drain well.
• In a large bowl combine cooked pasta with remaining ingredients.
• Toss to coat.
• Cover and chill 4-8 hours.
• Stir gently before serving.

MEDITERRANEAN PASTA WITH SHRIMP

Steps:

• Peel shrimp and devein; keep chilled until needed.
• Chop sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces; place in a heat-proof bowl and cover with boiling water; allow to rest until softened, 15-30 minutes.
• Cook pasta until al dente, 8-10 minutes, or according to package directions; start to prepare vegetables and shrimp just as pasta cooks.
• Drain softened sun-dried tomatoes from water and reserve the soaking liquid (you may need this later).
• In a large deep skillet, heat olive oil on medium heat, and add garlic, pepper flakes (if using), and oregano, just until fragrant.
• Add the artichokes, sliced red peppers, chopped olives, and softened tomatoes; season with salt and pepper.
• Add the wine, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 mintes.
• Check your pasta, taste it to see if it is al dente; drain when ready, and toss with a little extra virgin olive oil if desired.
• Add the shrimp and the feta to the pan, and cook over moderate heat until the shrimp curl and turn pink, several minutes.
• Sprinkle the dish with parsley and add the juice of the lemon, being careful not to add the seeds.
• Fold in the cooked pasta, tossing to mix, until everything is evenly blended.
• Add some of the reserved cooking liquid from the sun-dried tomatoes if the pasta seems too dry, use your own judgement as to how much you like to add.
• Serve hot, with other foods if desired.

MEDITERRANEAN SALAD WITH SHRIMP

Steps:

• Thaw shrimp, shell and remove tails. Heat oil in skillet, add garlic and hot pepper flakes. Saute shrimp until opaque. Set aside in serving bowl.
• Combine all salad ingredients. Toss with dressing (use purchased dressing, or try one of many excellent 'Zaar choices). Serve immediately, topping with shrimp.
• You may want to reduce the amount of dressing used, or put less salt in if making from scratch - the olives and feta add saltiness.
• Grilled shrimp are very nice.

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP AND PASTA

Steps:

• Cook linguine according to package directions, drain and keep warm.
• Peel and de-vein shrimp.
• Cook onion and garlic in oil in a large wok or skillet until tender, stirring often.
• Stir in the tomato and dried spices (next 4 ingredients).
• Cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Add shrimp and cook 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally (or until shrimp turn pink). Be careful not to over cook the shrimp.
• Add the parsley, olives, and lemon juice.
• Cook until thoroughly heated.
• Serve over linguine. Sprinkle with feta cheese.