Macaroni Salad with Shrimp

5 from 1 vote

This Macaroni Shrimp Salad is a breeze to make. It’s bursting with flavor, easy to transport, comforting, and filling making it perfect for a summer gathering.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer: Salad, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Servings: Servings

Author: Mariam Ezzeddine

Ingredients

For the dressing

1 cup Mayonnaise
¼ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper

For the salad

1 lb elbow macaroni pasta
1 lb cooked medium shrimp
½ medium orange bell pepper chopped
½ medium red bell pepper chopped
½ cup red onion chopped
½ cup celery chopped
Lime wedges to serve

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the ingredients for the dressing: mayonnaise, vinegar, sweet pickle relish, honey, Dijon mustard, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix with a fork until well incorporated and set aside.
Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions, reducing the cooking time by 1 minute. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
In a large bowl, combine the ingredients for the salad: cooked macaroni, shrimp, orange and red bell pepper, red onion, and celery.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
Garnish the salad with fresh dill and transfer it to a serving bowl. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
If you want a lighter dressing, swap half the mayo with plain Greek yogurt.
Make sure not to overcook the pasta to maintain a firm texture.
Add additional veggies like chopped cucumbers or radishes for even more crunch.

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