Super Shrimp and Veggie Pasta Salad

Super Shrimp and Veggie Pasta Salad

by Bradley Stephens 1 year ago
4.5 (6)
15 minutes
283.2 kcal
37.9 g carbs
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Description

This is an adaptation of my Mom's recipe. A very colorful salad that's great any time of the year. A light creamy salad dressing can be substituted to reduce calories. I've also substituted frozen shrimp for canned on occasion, depending on availability.

Ingredients
  • 1 (12 ounce) package small seashell pasta
  • 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 25 large pitted black olives, sliced
  • 1 (4 ounce) can small shrimp, drained
  • 1 cup creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
  • 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste
Directions
  1. 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse in cold water.
  2. 2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, green pepper, red pepper, onion, celery, olives and shrimp. In a separate bowl mix together: salad dressing, mustard, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; pour over salad. Can be served immediately, but best when chilled a few hours.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 8 servings
calories: 283.2 kcal
carbohydrates: 37.9 g
protein: 9.3 g
saturated fat: 1.5 g
cholesterol: 34.2 mg
sodium: 408.1 mg
fiber: 2.4 g
sugar: 6.8 g