Shrimp And Pasta Salad Southern Living Food

COLD SHRIMP PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, peas, green onions and parsley. Stir in the pasta. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

GREEK STYLE PASTA WITH SHRIMP AND FETA

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
• Cut onion into thin slices and mince garlic cloves.
• In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the mixture is golden, about 5 minutes.
• Add the tomatoes, oregano, basil and pepper, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat , breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, while you cook the pasta and prepare the shrimp.
• Add the pasta to the boiloing water and cook until al dente 10 to 12 minutes, or according to package directions .
• Shell and devein the shrimp.
• Uncover the sauce and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 3 minutes.
• Add the olives and half the feta cheese and stir to combine.
• Drain the pasta and serve topped with the shrimp and sauce. Garnish each serving with remaining feta cheese.

LEMON-SHRIMP PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding asparagus to the cooking water for the last 3 min.; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
• Mix dressing, oregano and zest.
• Place pasta mixture in large bowl. Add dressing mixture, shrimp, tomatoes and cheese; mix lightly.

SPICY SHRIMP AND PASTA

Steps:

• Cook linguine according to package directions; keep warm.
• Peel and devein shrimp; set aside.
• Melt butter in a large electric skillet set on medium temperature.
• Add onions and garlic to skillet; saute until tender.
• Stir in cajun or creole seasoning; cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
• Stir in shrimp and saute until barely pink.
• Add heavy cream; reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring often.
• Stir in linguine, parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper, cook mixture, stirring gently, until thoroughly heated.
• Stir in parsley; serve immediately.

SHRIMP-AND-PASTA SALAD -- SOUTHERN LIVING

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
• Plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain and place in a large bowl.
• Add 1/2 cup dressing, tossing to coat.
• Stir in shrimp, nectarine, and cucumber.
• Serve with remaining 1/4 cup dressing.
• Garnish, if desired.

SHRIMP MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta one minute less than package directions in well salted water. Rinse, drain and place in large bowl.
• Add all other ingredients to bowl and stir.
• Taste, and adjust seasonings if desired.
• Chill at least 30 minutes until ready to serve.

SOUTHERN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Place shrimp in a saucepan. Add water, Old Bay, and vinegar.
• Place over medium-high heat. Stir frequently. When shrimp have turned completely white, they are done. You may see 1 or 2 start to float. This is a sign that they are done. The water may not come to a boil. Do not worry about this. You do not want the shrimp to overcook. If you are unsure, pick one up and gently squeeze it. It should feel firm.
• Run cold water over shrimp to stop cooking. Let cool and then peel shrimp.
• If shrimp are on the larger side, cut them in half or thirds.
• In a medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice, onion, celery, and Old Bay.
• Add shrimp and mix them in. Sprinkle dill on top.
• If desired, Sprinkle a little more Old Bay on top. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

SUMMER SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place shrimp on a baking sheet coated with olive-oil cooking spray. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place in oven, and roast until opaque, about 8 minutes.
• Zest limes; squeeze to yield 1/4 cup juice. Combine lime juice, zest, olive oil, cilantro, and remaining salt and pepper. In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons lime dressing with shrimp; toss to coat. In a large bowl combine mangoes, cucumbers, red onion, jicama, and remaining lime dressing; toss to coat. Divide salad and shrimp among six bowls. Garnish with remaining cilantro sprigs, and serve.

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD

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.

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD

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.

SOUTHERN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.Tie shrimp boil in a cheesecloth and add shrimp boil sachet to boiling water. Add shrimp and boil for 4 minutes.
• Drain shrimp and reserve shrimp boil water. Chop shrimp into bite size chunks and place on paper towels to cool.
• In the reserved shrimp boil water, add the rice, and cook until tender for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Drain rice in colander and allow to cool. Add onion, olives, and pepper to rice, and stir in the mayonnaise.
• Add the cooled dry shrimp to the mixture and blend well.
• Sprinkle with paprika and garnish with lemon and tomato wedges.

SPICY SOUTHERN SHRIMP AND PASTA BAKE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a very large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, or until translucent. Add the shrimp, corn, okra, salt, and Cajun seasoning. Cook, stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the shrimp are almost opaque. Add the tomato sauce and cream cheese and cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the sauce is smooth.
• Place the pasta in a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Pour the shrimp mixture over the pasta and stir well.
• Return the skillet to the heat and melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Add the bread crumbs and stir until well coated.
• Top the casserole with the bread crumbs and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve immediately.