Easy Macaroni Salad with Shrimp
Creamy, refreshing, and packed with bright flavors, this Easy Macaroni Salad with Shrimp is the perfect side dish for any occasion. Made with tender elbow macaroni, succulent cooked shrimp, and crunchy vegetables like celery, red bell pepper, and red onion, this salad is as colorful as it is delicious. The creamy homemade dressing, featuring a mix of mayonnaise, sour cream, tangy lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, ties everything together with a zesty touch. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served chilled, this simple yet satisfying recipe is ideal for barbecues, picnics, or a quick lunch. Ready in just 25 minutes and boasting a delightful balance of textures and flavors, this shrimp macaroni salad is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shrimp (cooked, peeled, and deveined)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cooked shrimp, diced celery, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top and give it one final mix.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.9 g | 246% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 725 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 2571 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.8 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 90.3 g | 181% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1331 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
