Description
Shrimp macaroni salad is a delightful and refreshing twist on the classic pasta dish, ideal for warm days and social gatherings. This creamy salad combines tender shrimp, al dente macaroni, and crunchy vegetables, all enveloped in a zesty mayo-based dressing. It’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal that packs a flavorful punch. With its quick preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser effortlessly. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to suit your taste, and let it chill in the fridge to enhance the flavors. Enjoy this versatile salad that will impress your family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni pasta
- 1 pound cooked shrimp
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup chopped celery
- 1 medium diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook shrimp in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In another pot, boil salted water and cook elbow macaroni until al dente (7–8 minutes). Drain and rinse.
- Chop celery, red bell pepper, and green onions into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dill weed, salt, and black pepper.
- Add cooled macaroni, shrimp, and chopped vegetables to the bowl; toss gently to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg