Shrimp Macaroni Salad Recipe

Shrimp Macaroni Salad Recipe
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100% would make again

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

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  • 16 Servings
  • Prep: 30 min. + chilling

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

Directions

  • 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. Yield: 16 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 389 calories, 25 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 64 mg cholesterol, 551 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 12 g protein.

Shrimp Macaroni Salad published in Taste of Home February/March 2007, p37

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Shrimp Macaroni Salad Recipe

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Reviewed on Jul. 07, 2009 by mystie75

my friend made this for a party, but changed the shrimp to crab meat and it was a delicious dish.

Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2009 by starlight4673

I made a few changes,but it still came out great..I used shredded carrot and broccoli in place of peas, I low fat or less fat the things that I could(mayo, dressing) and I tried it with whole wheat pasta..I am going to try it with other veggies also.Thank you for the recipe..

Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2009 by mrs_h

I would have to agree with Aquarelle...this makes a ton! It's a nice change from traditional macaroni salads.

Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2008 by Aquarelle

My ten-year-old daughter loves shrimp, and this is one of her favorite recipes. Even if you halve all of the ingredients it still makes a lot--I'd say it serves more like 20 to 24 than 16--so I generally fix it for potlucks and set some aside for us to enjoy at home.

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