Description
Shrimp Macaroni Salad is a delightful dish that brings together creamy pasta, tender shrimp, and fresh vegetables, making it a perfect addition to summer picnics or casual dinners. This salad is not only refreshing but also incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. Tossed in a tangy mayonnaise dressing, it offers a fantastic blend of flavors that will impress your family and friends. Whether served as a main course or a side dish at gatherings, Shrimp Macaroni Salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.
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 celery, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until pink; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In another pot, boil salted water and cook the macaroni until al dente; drain and rinse.
- Chop the celery, red bell pepper, and green onions while the pasta cooks.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, mustard, lemon juice, dill weed, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled macaroni, shrimp, and vegetables; pour dressing over the top.
- Toss gently until everything is coated; chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg