Description
Shrimp macaroni salad is a delightful blend of creamy and refreshing flavors, perfect for any gathering. This easy-to-make dish features tender shrimp, al dente elbow macaroni, and an array of vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a tangy dressing that will have your guests coming back for more. Ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or casual family dinners, this versatile salad can be served as a main course or a side dish. With its make-ahead convenience and endless customization options, you can easily adapt it to suit your taste preferences. Elevate your meal with this crowd-pleaser that brings together deliciousness and simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni pasta
- 1 pound cooked shrimp
- ½ cup chopped celery
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp: Boil water in a large pot, add shrimp, and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Cook the macaroni: In another pot of salted boiling water, cook macaroni for about 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the vegetables: Chop celery, dice red bell pepper, and slice green onions.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dill weed, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled macaroni, shrimp, vegetables, and dressing until evenly coated.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate 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: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 130mg