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Macaroni Salad with Shrimp

Creamy Macaroni Salad with Shrimp for Your Summer BBQ

This Creamy Macaroni Salad with Shrimp elevates the classic side into a zesty crowd-pleaser, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni Cook until al dente
  • 1 pound Medium Deveined Shrimp Can substitute with chicken
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1 cup Carrot Shredded
  • 1 cup Celery Diced
  • 1/4 cup Green Onion Chopped, green parts only
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Dill Pickle Juice Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • grater

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water for 7-9 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop the bell pepper, shred the carrot, and dice the celery while the macaroni cooks.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and dill pickle juice to create the dressing.
  4. Add the cooled macaroni, shrimp, vegetables, salt, and pepper to the dressing and mix gently until combined.
  5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Adjust the consistency with more mayonnaise or dill pickle juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed within the first 2-3 days for optimal flavor. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

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