How to Make Salad Stuffed Shells - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salad Stuffed Shells are a delightful combination of two classic dishes - pasta salad and stuffed shells. This creative and refreshing recipe brings together the flavors of a light and crisp pasta salad with the comfort of warm, cheesy stuffed shells. The result is a satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual lunch, a picnic, or even a dinner party.

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Ingredients

  • 18 jumbo pasta shells
  • ½ pound thinly sliced salami
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup chopped roma tomatoes
  • ¾ cup seeded and chopped cucumber
  • ¾ cup chopped red onion
  • ½ cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 9 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until chilled.
  • Combine salami, romaine lettuce, roma tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl; pour balsamic vinaigrette dressing over salad and toss to coat. Stuff pasta shells with lettuce mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    312 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 32mg
    • Sodium: 819mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 135mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 324mg