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

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