Refreshing Salad Stuffed Shells

A family friend made these for a little get together she was having at her house. I was so impressed by them that I just had to find out how she made them and re-create them for my next get together. They were a hit and so simple to make. I think they are the perfect addition to any get together, but this is also one of those little appetizers that could easily make a refreshingly different light main course.

Salad Stuffed Shells

18 jumbo pasta shells

1/2 lb thinly sliced salami

4 C of mixed salad greens

1 C chopped Roma tomatoes

3/4 C chopped cucumber

3.4 C chopped red onion

1/4 C pitted and halved Kalamata olives

1/2 C Italian salad dressing

1 C shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Bring large pot of lightly salted water to boil and cook pasta shells until they are al dente (cooked through, but firm to the bite). This is important as you don’t want the shells to fall apart. Drain and rinse with cold water until shells are chilled.

Combine salami, salad greens, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and red onion in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top and toss to coat. Stuff each shell with salad mixture and sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese. You can chill until you are ready to serve. These are a fun and healthy appetizer that will be remembered.

Now stop on over to the lovely Selena’s blog where she is sharing up a fantastic treat. Selena Robins is serving up - Spicy, Salty, Chickpeas! Yes after reading through that recipe, I think I have a new salty snack to keep on hand. See if you aren’t tempted to put away that addiction to potato chips in favor of this recipe!