Creamy Seafood Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Creamy Seafood Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups shell pasta, small; 1 cup small baby shrimp, precooked frozen; 3/4 cup fat-free salad dressing, I prefer the Miracle Whip brand; 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 2 tablespoons chives, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 cup frozen green pea; 1 zucchini, 6 - 7-inch long, diced (green or yellow); 5 red radishes, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup vidalia onion, diced; 1 head lettuce, leaves

Servings: persons

2 cups shell pasta, small
1 cup small baby shrimp, precooked frozen
3/4 cup fat-free salad dressing, I prefer the Miracle Whip brand
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 tablespoons chives, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, zest of
1 cup frozen green pea
1 zucchini, 6 - 7-inch long, diced (green or yellow)
5 red radishes, thinly sliced
1/3 cup vidalia onion, diced
1 head lettuce, leaves

1
Cook pasta until al-dente. Drain then rinse in cold water. Allow to drain.
2
Rinse frozen shrimp under cold running water. Drain, wrap in paper towels and set aside.
3
In a small bowl, combine salad dressing, tabasco sauce, chives, salt, pepper, lemon juice and zest.
4
In a large bowl, mix together pasta, frozen peas, zucchini, radishes, onions and dressing mixture.
5
Gently toss in the shrimp. Refrigerate for 1 to 12 hours.
6
To serve, line a serving bowl or platter with lettuce leaves. Top with the salad mixture. Garnish, if desired, with rows of radish slices, chopped chives and/or shrimp.

555

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups shell pasta, small, 1 cup small baby shrimp, precooked frozen, 3/4 cup fat-free salad dressing, I prefer the Miracle Whip brand, 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce, and more.

Yes, Creamy Seafood Pasta Salad falls under the Seafood 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!

Creamy Seafood Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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