Seared Shrimp Macaroni Salad with Roasted Bell Pepper

Rich and creamy macaroni salad with seared shrimp and roasted bell peppers. This delicious salad makes a good side for crispy fried chicken or grilled pork belly.

Calories: 2446kcal

Author: Vanjo Merano

Ingredients

18 pieces shrimp head and shell removed
½ lb. Elbow macaroni
1 piece red bell pepper
1 piece green bell pepper
1 stalk celery chopped
1 teaspoon cooking oil

Salad dressing ingredients

1 cup Lady’s Choice Mayonnaise
1 ½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 piece lemon or ¼ cup sweet pickle relish

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Instructions

Cook the elbow macaroni based on package instructions. Set aside.
Roast the bell peppers on the stovetop. Arrange the sliced peppers on the burner grate and directly roast with fire until the pepper softens. Wash with running water while scraping burns on the outer layer. Chop and set aside.
Heat a teaspoon of oil in a pan or cooking pot. Sear the fresh shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes or until it turns orangey. Remove from the pan. Chop into pieces. Set aside.
Prepare the dressing by arranging a cup of Lady’s Choice Mayonnaise in a large bowl. Add all the salad dressing ingredients. Stir until blended. Set aside.
Assemble the shrimp macaroni salad by combining macaroni, seared shrimp, celery, and roasted bell peppers in a large bowl. Toss until all ingredients are well distributed. Pour salad dressing into the bowl. Fold until well blended.
Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve. Share and enjoy!

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