Orzo Tarragon Shrimp Salad Recipe

Name: Orzo Tarragon Shrimp Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces orzo pasta or 16 ounces rosamarina pasta; 1 (10 ounce) bag frozen asparagus, thawed and drained (or use an equal amount of fresh, sliced and steamed until crisp but tender); 12 ounces cooked cleaned shrimp (cut in thirds, if large); 1 cup finely chopped carrot; ½ cup finely chopped celery; ½ cup finely chopped red onion; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon; ¼ cup chopped sweet pickles or ¼ cup sweet pickle relish; 2 cups Miracle Whip light (don't substitute); ½ cup freshly grated romano cheese; 12 lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

16 ounces orzo pasta or 16 ounces rosamarina pasta
1 (10 ounce) bag frozen asparagus, thawed and drained (or use an equal amount of fresh, sliced and steamed until crisp but tender)
12 ounces cooked cleaned shrimp (cut in thirds, if large)
1 cup finely chopped carrot
½ cup finely chopped celery
½ cup finely chopped red onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
¼ cup chopped sweet pickles or ¼ cup sweet pickle relish
2 cups Miracle Whip light (don't substitute)
½ cup freshly grated romano cheese
12 lemon, juice of

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Cook pasta according to package directions.
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Rinse with cold water and drain.
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Mix Miracle Whip, lemon juice, tarragon, pickles, and cheese in a large bowl.
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Add remaining ingredients and mix very well.
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Cover and chill well before serving.
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Garnish with quartered cherry tomatoes and sprinkle with additional grated romano cheese.
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NOTES: This is also good using chicken instead of shrimp, and broccoli or pea pods instead of asparagus (cheaper, too!
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The amounts for the Miracle Whip, onions, celery, carrots, and tarragon can be adjusted.
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The amounts given suit my taste.
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When I make this the day before serving, I always add additional Miracle Whip before garnishing and serving.
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Cooking time is chill time.
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This actually serves between 4-10, depending on whether it's a side dish or main dish and how much other food is being served.

695

kcal

Calories

Fat

125

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces orzo pasta or 16 ounces rosamarina pasta, 1 (10 ounce) bag frozen asparagus, thawed and drained (or use an equal amount of fresh, sliced and steamed until crisp but tender), 12 ounces cooked cleaned shrimp (cut in thirds, if large), 1 cup finely chopped carrot, and more.

Yes, Orzo Tarragon Shrimp 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.

Orzo Tarragon Shrimp Salad

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