Mom’s Macaroni Shrimp Salad
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Potluck
Keywords: Summer, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
- 4 tbsp prepared mustard
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp seasoning salt
- 1 cup shrimp, cooked and chopped
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 262.6
- Fat: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat: 4.7g
- Cholesterol: 19.9mg
- Sodium: 264.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.8g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 9.6g
Servings: 6
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars (from 11 reviews)
Recipe Instructions:
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Boil macaroni until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking. Allow to cool.
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Prepare the dressing: In a bowl, combine prepared mustard, mayonnaise, and seasoning salt. Mix well.
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Chill the macaroni: Add the dressing to the cooled macaroni and mix thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least one hour, or overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
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Combine ingredients: To the dressed macaroni, add chopped green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, sweet pickle relish, and cooked chopped shrimp.
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Final mixing: Mix all ingredients together well. For best flavor, prepare the salad an hour ahead of serving to enhance the blend of flavors.
Description:
Mom’s Macaroni Shrimp Salad is a beloved staple in our household, enjoyed regularly throughout the month. Its distinctive French dressing flavor adds a delightful twist to traditional macaroni salads, ensuring it never tastes bland. This recipe is perfect for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or any summer gathering where you need a quick and flavorful dish. With a perfect 5-star rating from 11 reviews, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home too.
This salad combines tender macaroni with the savory goodness of shrimp, complemented by the sharpness of green onions, the richness of cheddar cheese, and the sweet tang of pickle relish. The dressing, made with mustard, mayonnaise, and seasoning salt, ties everything together beautifully, creating a creamy yet tangy coating that enhances every bite. It’s a dish that’s not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy evenings or when you’re hosting guests at short notice.
Serve Mom’s Macaroni Shrimp Salad chilled, allowing the flavors to develop fully. Whether you enjoy it as a side dish or a light main course, its versatility and satisfying flavors make it a standout choice for any occasion. Enjoy the simplicity and deliciousness of this family-favorite recipe!
