Summery Shrimp And Green Bean Pasta Salad Food

SUMMERY HERBED TUNA PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
• Cook the green beans in the boiling water until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the beans to a colander with a slotted spoon and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Add them to the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl.
• Add the tuna, basil, carrots, celery, chives and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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SHRIMP CAESAR PASTA SALAD

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.

GREEN BEAN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. , Drain pasta and beans; rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and cayenne. Drizzle over pasta mixture and toss to coat. , Add the ham, onions, parsley, dill and salt; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Stir in walnuts just before serving.

SHRIMP, GREEN BEAN AND FETA PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Have ready a large bowl of ice water.
• In pot of boiling salted water, cook green beans until they turn bright green and start to soften.
• Transfer beans to ice water immediately. When cool, drain them and pat them dry with a clean towel.
• Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package directions (cook until al dente.).
• Drain pasta and rinse with cold water until pasta is completely cool and drain again until free of excess water. Set aside.
• In large bowl, combine cooked green beans, pasta, shrimp, dill to taste, vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, feta cheese, salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve immediately, or cover tightly and refrigerate up to 2 days.