Best Grandmas Macaroni Shrimp Salad Recipes

VERY BEST SHRIMP MACARONI SALAD

Very Best Shrimp Macaroni Salad image

Do you want to be the most popular person at the picnic? Then make my Grandma's Very Best Shrimp Macaroni Salad! Meaty chunks of shrimp, crispy celery and onions and tender pasta covered in a creamy and super flavorful dressing. Everyone will be back for seconds!

Provided by Jessy Freimann

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound medium shell pasta, (cooked as per package directions to al dente)
2/3 cup onion, (finely diced)
1 1/4 cups celery, (finely diced)
2 Tablespoons parsley, (chopped)
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, (cooked and roughly chopped into large chunks)
1 cup mayonnaise,
2 Tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1-2 generous pinch sugar
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce ((I used Frank's Red Hot))
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Add dressing and mix well to combine.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until you're ready to serve.
Whisk all ingredients until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasonings to your taste.
Pour over the salad.

MOM'S SHRIMP MACARONI SALAD

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My mom's unusual salad has been popular with friends and family for many years. This salad calls for a lot of ingredients but is worth the effort. If possible, use pickle juice instead of the vinegar.

Provided by Becky Wergers

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon finely diced onion
1 tablespoon chopped green bell pepper
½ cup diced celery
¾ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon celery seed
⅛ teaspoon chili powder
ground black pepper to taste
2 ounces cooked salad shrimp

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the macaroni and let it cook until al dente; drain well.
In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine onion, bell pepper, celery, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, ketchup, pickle juices, horseradish, hot pepper sauce, parsley, celery seed, chili powder, salt, black pepper and shrimp. Fold the macaroni into the mixture. Cover and chill at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 243.1 mg, Sugar 4 g

SHRIMP MACARONI SALAD

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Whenever I attend a potluck or family gathering, I'm asked to make this salad, which has been a family secret for over 50 years. My husband likes it as a main dish, served with garlic bread. -Barbara Robbins Cave Junction, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 to 1-1/2 pounds cooked small shrimp
1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
7 to 8 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
DRESSING:
1-3/4 cups mayonnaise
3/4 cup French salad dressing
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1-1/2 to 2-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 to 2 teaspoons salt
1 to 2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 to 2 teaspoons pepper

Steps:

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, shrimp, peas, celery and onion. , In another bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 25g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

GRANDMA'S MACARONI SHRIMP SALAD

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This is a family favorite! Macaroni, shrimp, and veggies make up this delicious salad!

Provided by jessnay

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 ½ cups elbow macaroni
¾ cup mayonnaise (such as Best Foods®)
1 large cucumber, diced
½ cup frozen peas
2 ribs celery, diced, or more to taste
4 radishes, sliced, or more to taste
3 green onions, chopped, or more to taste
1 teaspoon seasoned salt (such as Season-All®), or to taste
1 pound cooked medium shrimp
3 hard-boiled eggs, sliced, or more to taste
1 small avocado, sliced
1 medium tomato, sliced

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and pour into a salad bowl.
Add mayonnaise, cucumber, peas, celery, radishes, green onions, and seasoned salt to the macaroni; toss well. Add shrimp last. Garnish with hard-boiled eggs, avocado, and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 264 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 540.8 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

GRANDMA WELLS' TUNA MACARONI SALAD

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Creamy, full of texture and flavor, we loved this tuna macaroni salad. The chunks of white tuna make this a hearty salad. Onion and celery add a nice crunch. We really enjoyed the slightly sweet pop of flavor from the peas. In the warmer months, this will make a nice light lunch or dinner. Perfect for potlucks and picnics too.

Provided by Katrina Freed

Categories Tuna Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 c elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 box baby peas, frozen (about 3 cups)
1 can(s) solid white tuna packed in water (large family size can)
5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
2 Tbsp sweet pickle relish
1/2 red onion
3 - 4 celery stalks
1 c real mayonaise
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
2. Place frozen peas in a colander and run warm water over them to thaw; then drain well.
3. When macaroni is done, rinse well in cold water to cool.
4. Place all ingredients in a very large mixing bowl. Mix well.
5. Chill, then serve.