Pasta Shells Filled with Chopped Salad
Pasta Shells Filled with Chopped Salad brings the cool crunch of romaine, cucumber, and red onion together with juicy tomatoes and salty salami, all brightened by tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Tucked into tender jumbo shells and sprinkled with Parmesan, each bite balances freshness with a savory bite. Serve as a party appetizer, picnic finger food, or a light lunch that feels fun and satisfying.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves9
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- 2
Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Drain; rinse with cold water until cold.
- 4
Combine lettuce, tomatoes, salami, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl.
- 5
Add vinaigrette; toss the salad to coat.
- 6
Stuff shells with the salad; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 224.53 kcal Moderate
- Protein 12.24 g Good Source
- Carbs 20.15 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.13 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 4.1 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 24.94 mg Moderate
- Sodium 639.05 mg High
- Fiber 2.04 g Low Source
- Sugar 3.98 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 207.32 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.13 mg Moderate
- Potassium 347.28 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 261.41 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 13.77 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.28 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Pasta Shells Filled with Chopped Salad is an Italian appetizer recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 9, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinaigrette, Cucumber, Jumbo Pasta Shells, and Red Onion. Each serving provides about 224.53 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pasta Shells Filled with Chopped Salad?
- It is an Italian salad recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch or salad or snack.
- What is Pasta Shells Filled with Chopped Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinaigrette, Cucumber, Jumbo Pasta Shells, Red Onion, Romaine Lettuce. The full list of 8 is above.
- What goes well with Pasta Shells Filled with Chopped Salad?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Pasta Shells Filled with Chopped Salad?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 224.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pasta Shells Filled with Chopped Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 6 steps.
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