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Tomato Pesto Bean and Shrimp Salad

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Pesto Shrimp and Bean Salad

Pesto Shrimp and Bean Salad

Linda Larsen
This simple recipe is good enough to make even when you don't have to use foods from your emergency pantry!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Yield: Serves 4-6

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup dried tomato pesto mix
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup tomato juice
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons evaporated milk
  • 1 (15-ounce) can butter beans
  • 1 (15-ounce) can Great Northern Beans
  • 3 (6-ounce) cans medium shrimp, drained
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red or yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained, reserving juice

Preparation:

In large bowl, combine pesto mix, olive oil, tomato juice reserved from the drained tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese and mix well. Add evaporated milk and stir; let stand for 5 minutes.

Add remaining ingredients, using any fresh vegetables you may have on hand. Stir to coat, then serve.

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