Shrimp and Pasta Salad
It looks elegant...but this refreshing salad stirs up quickly, according, according to Sherri Gentry of Dallas, Oregon.10 ServingsPrep: 15 min. + chilling
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spiral pasta, cooked and drained
- 1 package (10 ounces) frozen cooked shrimp, thawed
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 2-1/2 teaspoons dill weed
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, shrimp, onions and Parmesan cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Pour
- over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and chill for 1-2 hours.
- Yield: 10 servings.
Nutrition Facts:Diabetic Exchanges: One serving (without added salt) equals 1-1/2 starch, 1 meat, 1/2 vegetable, 1/2 fat; also, 231 calories, 39 mg sodium, 45 mg cholesterol, 27 gm carbohydrate, 12 gm protein, 8 gm fat.
Wine: Light-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.