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Easy Macaroni and Shrimp Salad

May 20, 2019 · Modified: Apr 29, 2020 by Pam Dana · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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This classic Easy Macaroni and Shrimp Salad is the perfect side to any meal!  Especially fun to serve at BBQ’s or Potlucks! Just throw the 5 ingredients in a bowl with the dressing and mix! 

Easy Shrimp and Macaroni Salad that is perfect for a side dish, BBQ or Potluck dinner! From overthebigmoon.com!

CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD

I grew up with my mother making this Classic Shrimp Macaroni Salad! It’s one of my favorites ever! So simple and yet so delish! It’s one of those recipes that you can really adapt it to you and your families liking too. Just use my recipe as a starting point and feel free to add or omit any parts you want to. I have a sister that prefers to leave out the celery, but adds peas. I also have a friend that loves to add some green peppers to hers.

Macaroni Salad Ingredients

I am sharing the recipe that I grew up on and therefor prefer, but there are a lot of different things that can be added to a macaroni salad. Here are some ideas:

  • Shrimp
  • Hard Boiled Eggs
  • Olives
  • Celery
  • Red Onions
  • Peppers (Green or Red)
  • Pimento Peppers
  • Sliced Carrots
  • Sweet Relish
  • Cubed Cheddar Cheese

Easy Macaroni and Shrimp Salad -- this salad is THE BEST and so easy to put together! From overthebigmoon.com!

Tips for making the Best Macaroni Salad:

  • If you can allow a longer refrigeration time after making it, it’s better! It allows the dressing to soak into the noodles a bit more and the flavors are elevated!
  • Don’t overcook your noodles! There’s nothing worse than a mushy noodle in a macaroni salad!
  • I like to buy the salad shrimp pre-cooked from the grocery store! Makes preparation 10x easier and faster!
  • I also generally buy my olives pre diced!

If you love this salad, make sure and check out these other salads and sides!

  • Chicken Bowtie Pasta Salad
  • Chicken Cabbage Ramen Salad
  • Shrimp Dip Platter
  • BLT Pasta Salad
Easy Shrimp and Macaroni Salad that is perfect for a side dish, BBQ or Potluck dinner! From overthebigmoon.com!
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4.88 from 8 votes

Shrimp Macaroni Salad

This classic Easy Macaroni and Shrimp Salad is the perfect side to any meal! Just throw the 5 ingredients in a bowl with the dressing and mix! 
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Cooling Time30 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 142kcal
Author: Over The Big Moon

Ingredients

  • 1 package Elbow Macaroni Noodles
  • 7 Hard Boiled Eggs diced
  • ½ 4.25 oz can Chopped Olives
  • 4+ cups Small Salad Shrimp
  • 2 stalks Celery diced
  • 3 cups Miracle Whip approx

Instructions

  • Start by boiling the Elbow Macaroni Noodles in a large pot on the stove until soft. 
  • While the Macaroni Noodles are boiling, I like to cut up my hard boiled eggs, olives (if you don't buy them chopped) and celery. 
  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix. Finish off by adding Salt and Pepper to taste!
  • Refrigerate until cold or ready to serve! 

Notes

Feel free to add or remove any ingredients to fit your liking!

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 222mg | Sodium: 876mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 225IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1.3mg
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Easy Macaroni Salad -- this class recipe should be in everyones recipe book! Enjoy! From overthebigmoon.com!
Simple and tasty Macaroni Salad -- this is perfect to serve with any meal or at a BBQ! From overthebigmoon.com!

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*This recipe was originally posted in Sept 2011 and has been updated!

A fun take on a classic macaroni salad! This Easy Macaroni and Shrimp Salad is perfect to serve with any dinner and makes the perfect potluck salad! From overthebigmoon.com!

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Comments

  1. Gail McKelvey

    April 25, 2022 at 6:05 am

    I have been looking forever for a salad like this that I tasted as a teen. I helped out a family and she always made it because she knew I liked it. Can’t wait to whip this together!

    Reply
    • Pam Dana

      May 10, 2022 at 2:07 pm

      Hope you loved it!!

      Reply
  2. Betsy

    October 10, 2019 at 8:31 am

    5 stars
    This reminds me of traditional tuna pasta salad. I love the interchange of shrimp instead.

    Reply
  3. Rachael Yerkes

    October 10, 2019 at 8:26 am

    5 stars
    Such a good salad!

    Reply
  4. wilhelmina

    October 10, 2019 at 8:17 am

    5 stars
    This was so good! We enjoyed it a lot and it was easy to pack for my husband’s lunch too!

    Reply
  5. Billy

    October 10, 2019 at 6:28 am

    5 stars
    This shrimp and macaroni salad is so delicious, easy to make, and seriously perfect for any get together. Thanks for an awesome recipe!

    Reply
  6. Valerie

    October 09, 2019 at 7:51 pm

    5 stars
    My Mom would totally love this. the shrimp gives it a nice colorful presentation, it looks great.

    Reply
  7. return man 3

    July 09, 2019 at 9:50 pm

    5 stars
    Keep on posting!

    Reply
  8. Stephanie R.

    October 02, 2012 at 3:53 pm

    Mmm. This looks delicious. I have actually never had macaroni salad, I think I need to give this recipe a try!!

    Reply

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