Best Macaroni Salad With Shrimp Recipes

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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

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

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.

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

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.

MACARONI SALAD WITH GRILLED SHRIMP



Macaroni Salad with Grilled Shrimp image

Provided by Kardea Brown

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup olive oil
Juice from 1/2 lemon
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet relish
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 pound elbow pasta, cooked according to box directions
1 stalk celery, diced
1 sweet onion, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Paprika, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill pan or grill to medium-high heat.
  • Whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat, sprinkling generously with salt and pepper. Place the shrimp on the grill pan (or in a grill basket on the grill) and cook, flipping once halfway through, until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Stir together the mayonnaise, relish, vinegar and Dijon mustard in a large serving bowl. Add the cooked pasta, celery, onion and bell pepper and toss to combine and coat with dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 1 hour or up to overnight. Top the salad with the grilled shrimp and sprinkle with the parsley and paprika right before serving.

SHRIMP AND CRAB MACARONI SALAD



Shrimp and Crab Macaroni Salad image

This salad is a summertime staple in our house. If you want to splurge, go ahead and use real crab. -Darla Andrews, Boerne, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 small cucumber, chopped
1 cup (6oz) peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely., For dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, Old Bay, garlic powder, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine crabmeat, shrimp, cucumber and macaroni. Add dressing; gently toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 552mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

EASY MACARONI SALAD WITH SHRIMP



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This is my own recipe and the celery seed and the shrimp blend perfectly. Only 5 ingredients and easy to make. The longer it sits, the more flavorful it becomes, I like to make mine the night before we are going to eat it. Also great served on crackers as an appetizer.

Provided by Dawnab

Categories     Spreads

Time P4DT30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) bag elbow macaroni
1 lb baby shrimp
1 green pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, drain and rinse with cold water until cool.
  • Mix all ingredients.
  • Chill for 4 hours.
  • Note: Add more mayonnaise if needed to coat ingredients evenly.

SHRIMP MACARONI SALAD



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My mom made this shrimp macaroni salad one day for a picnic and it was such a hit, there were no leftovers and we have been making it ever since. I have even omitted the shrimp at times due to allergies of our guests and it is still everyone's favorite.

Provided by Renee Coley

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound tri-color pasta
1 pound cooked and peeled medium shrimp
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup sliced pitted green olives
3 green onions, sliced
1 cup lemon juice
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

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. Rinse and drain.
  • Mix macaroni, shrimp, tomatoes, olives, and green onions together in a large bowl.
  • Combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper for dressing in a separate bowl or mixing glass. Pour dressing over salad and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.8 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 110.7 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 490.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SHRIMP MACARONI SALAD



Shrimp Macaroni Salad image

this recipe comes from a great restaurant in my area called "River's Edge" A nice dinner for a hot summer day. Serve with some crackers & fruit, dinner's ready.

Provided by Carol G.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 39m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces dry elbow macaroni
1 cup diced celery
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 -3 cups mayonnaise
1 ounce minced fresh dill
1 ounce minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon salt (or to your likeing)
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 lb baby shrimp

Steps:

  • Blanch pasta in boiling water for 9 minutes.
  • Rinse in cold water.
  • In a large bowl combine all other ingredients & toss with pasta.
  • Cover & chill for flavors to combine.
  • Stir well before serving.
  • Makes about 2 quarts. Prep. time does not include "chilling".

GRANDMA'S MACARONI SHRIMP SALAD



Grandma's Macaroni Shrimp Salad image

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

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

SHRIMP AND CRAB MACARONI SALAD



Shrimp and Crab Macaroni Salad image

A cool main dish seafood salad for hot summer days using small salad shrimp and either imitation or real crabmeat.

Provided by Fred

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 4h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
5 eggs
2 strips celery, diced
½ onion, minced
½ green bell pepper, diced
½ pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ pound crabmeat
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon fresh mint
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon white sugar
2 teaspoons cocktail sauce
⅛ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water and let cool. Peel eggs and reserve 1 egg for the garnish. Chop the remaining 4 eggs.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine macaroni, eggs, celery, onion, green pepper, shrimp and crab.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, dill, mint, salt, sugar, cocktail sauce and hot pepper sauce.
  • Pour the dressing mixture into the macaroni mixture and mix thoroughly. Sprinkle top with paprika and decorate with extra sliced egg. Seal the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 256.8 mg, Fat 35.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 893.4 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

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