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.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 pound tri-color pasta

  • 1 pound cooked and peeled medium shrimp

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

  • ½ cup sliced pitted green olives (Optional)

  • 3 green onions, sliced

Dressing:

  • 1 cup lemon juice

  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. 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.

  2. Mix macaroni, shrimp, tomatoes, olives, and green onions together in a large bowl.

  3. 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 (per serving)

421 Calories
17g Fat
47g Carbs
20g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 421
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g 21%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 111mg 37%
Sodium 491mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 47g 17%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 20g 40%
Vitamin C 24mg 26%
Calcium 49mg 4%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 373mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.