Chilled Pineapple Paella Salad Recipe

Name: Chilled Pineapple Paella Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 c. warm cooked rice, rinsed; 1/2 tsp. curry powder; 1 large can chunk pineapple; 2 Tbsp. syrup from pineapple; 1/3 c. minced green onion; 1/3 c. finely chopped bell pepper; 1/4 tsp. garlic powder; 1 (6 oz.) pkg. frozen cooked shrimp; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1 1/4 c. frozen peas; 1 1/2 c. cooked, cubed ham; 1/4 c. mayonnaise

Servings: persons

3 c. warm cooked rice, rinsed
1/2 tsp. curry powder
1 large can chunk pineapple
2 Tbsp. syrup from pineapple
1/3 c. minced green onion
1/3 c. finely chopped bell pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 (6 oz.) pkg. frozen cooked shrimp
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 1/4 c. frozen peas
1 1/2 c. cooked, cubed ham
1/4 c. mayonnaise

1
Sprinkle rice with curry powder and pineapple syrup.
2
Add mayonnaise, green onion, green bell pepper and garlic powder.
3
Mix well, cover and chill for at least one hour.
4
Thaw out the shrimp, sprinkle with lemon juice.
5
Add water to peas as package directs, bring to a boil and drain immediately.
6
Set aside 1/4 cup of peas for garnish.
7
Drain pineapple and set aside a few chunks for garnish.
8
Combine shrimp, peas, pineapple and ham; chill.
9
Before serving, drain any liquid from mixture and combine with rice. Spoon into lettuce-lined bowl and garnish.

1014

kcal

Calories

Fat

162

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 c. warm cooked rice, rinsed, 1/2 tsp. curry powder, 1 large can chunk pineapple, 2 Tbsp. syrup from pineapple, and more.

Yes, Chilled Pineapple Paella Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chilled Pineapple Paella Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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