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Savor all that’s good of the sea with our delicious seafood pasta salad. Their delectable combination of fresh seafood and colorful toppings will excite your taste buds and elevate your dining experience.
Our seafood pasta salads are ideal for a summer party, a picnic in the park, or just a light and refreshing meal. Pair them with a crisp, refreshing drink or a cool glass of white wine for the ideal eating experience.
But the happiness doesn’t end there. In addition to being tasty, our pasta salads are nutrient-dense and full of essential vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids. Thus, you may feel good about indulging in a seafood feast that feeds your body and soul.
Enjoy seafood with every succulent taste of our delicious pasta salad delights.
Oceanic Delight Seafood penne pasta
A delicious pasta salad showcasing the sea’s aromas, pasta is tempting. This dish, full of flavors and freshness, is ideal for pasta fans and those who enjoy seafood. With every mouthful, the combination of tender seafood, colorful veggies, and tangy dressing will take you to a paradisiacal beach setting.
Ingredients:
- 400g linguine pasta
- 250g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 250g scallops
- 250g mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced (mix of red, yellow, and green)
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook penne pasta according to package directions until all is done. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a big skillet over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and scallops, and heat until they are cooked through and beginning to become golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and place them aside.
If necessary, add olive oil to the same skillet before adding the mussels. Cook until they burst open; discard those that don’t. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.
Mix the dressing ingredients (olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper) in a small bowl and set aside.
Cooked penne pasta, cooked shrimp, scallops, mussels, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and basil should all be combined in a big mixing bowl.
After adding the dressing to the pasta salad, gently toss to mix everything and coat everything equally.
If necessary, add more salt and pepper to the seasoning after tasting.
Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least half an hour to allow the flavors to mingle.
Give the pasta salad one last toss before serving, and if you’d like, garnish with more fresh herbs.
Enjoy the delicious flavors of Oceanic Delight Seafood Linguine served cold.
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Heavenly Shrimp and Scallop Alfredo
Savor the sublime tastes of the ocean with this delicious Alfredo recipe with shrimp and scallops. This creamy Alfredo sauce bursting with juicy shrimp and delicate scallops, enhanced with black pepper and bay seasoning, will elevate your pasta experience to new heights. This dish is sure to please and wow even the pickiest seafood lovers. It’s also a fun take on a traditional favorite, with a nod to recipes for seafood pasta salad. Now, let’s go to work making this delicious cuisine!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound scallops, patted dry
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- According to the package instructions, begin by cooking the fettuccine pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water. Once cooked to al dente, drain the pasta and set it aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a separate large skillet or pan. Add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add shrimp and scallops to the skillet, spreading them in a single layer. Sprinkle Old Bay seasoning, black pepper, and a pinch of salt over the seafood. Cook 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and the scallops are golden brown. Remove the seafood from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the cream to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the cooked shrimp and scallops to the skillet, gently tossing them in the Alfredo sauce until heated.
- Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet, tossing it with the seafood Alfredo sauce until well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Serve the hot Heavenly Shrimp and Scallop Alfredo, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy this decadent dish with crusty bread and a side salad for a complete meal experience.
Also, try our rock shrimp recipe.
Summer Seafood Orzo Salad
Summer Seafood Orzo Salad is a tasty side dish whose vivid colors and crisp flavors capture the joy of the summer. This recipe for pasta salad makes a light and filling meal by combining delicate orzo pasta, crisp veggies, and a tangy vinaigrette with luscious shrimp. This seafood pasta salad will become a favorite whether served at a backyard BBQ, picnic or as a light lunch.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound cooked crab meat
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Follow the directions on the package to cook the orzo pasta. To chill it down, drain and rinse with cold water. Put aside.
Cooked shrimp, crab meat, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red onion, chopped parsley, chopped basil, sliced black olives, and crumbled feta cheese (if used) should all be combined in a big mixing dish.
To create the dressing, place the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Mustard sauce, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.
Transfer the dressing to the big mixing bowl with the seafood and vegetable combination. Toss lightly to coat all items equally.
Add the cooked orzo pasta to the bowl and toss once more when all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and covered in dressing.
Add salt and pepper to taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate it for at least half an hour to allow the flavors to mingle.
Toss the salad before serving, and add more fresh herbs if you’d like.
Serve cold as an appetizer or as a filling and light main course. Savor your seafood orzo salad this summer!
Seafood Medley Bowtie Pasta
Enjoy the delicious flavors of the sea with this recipe for Seafood Medley Bowtie Pasta. This seafood pasta salad combines tender crab and shrimp with freshly cooked bowtie pasta. It is dressed in a creamy dressing and topped with fresh green onions. It may be served as a filling dish on its own or as a hit at any event.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound bowtie pasta, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 cup cooked crab meat, shredded
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup creamy dressing (such as Caesar or ranch)
- 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Bowtie pasta should be cooked as directed on the package until it’s medium done. To end the cooking, drain and rinse with cold water. After the pasta is done, transfer it to a big bowl.
Toss the cooked pasta with the cooked crab meat and shrimp.
Drizzle the creamy dressing over the pasta, crab, and shrimp mixture.
Mix everything gently so that the vinaigrette coats the pasta and seafood equally.
Add salt and pepper to taste when preparing the pasta salad with seafood medley.
Add some thinly sliced green onions to the salad as garnish.
To enable the flavors to mingle, serve immediately or let it sit in the fridge for at least half an hour.
Savor this mouthwatering Seafood Medley Bowtie Pasta, which perfectly combines sea tastes with each bite.
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