Description
Shrimp Macaroni Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines succulent shrimp with creamy dressing and crunchy vegetables. Perfect for summer picnics or family barbecues, this easy-to-make salad bursts with flavor in every bite, evoking memories of sunny days and joyful gatherings. It’s not just a side; it can also serve as a light meal, making it a versatile favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 pound fresh or frozen shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- 1/2 cup celery (chopped)
- 1/4 cup red onion (diced)
- 1/4 cup jarred pimento peppers (diced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw by running under cold water for five minutes. Saut? shrimp in olive oil over medium heat until pink, approximately three minutes per side.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Add cooled macaroni, saut?ed shrimp, celery, red onion, and pimento peppers to the bowl. Gently fold until well combined.
- Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Saut?ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 120mg