How to Make German Shrimp Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

German Shrimp Pasta Salad is a delicious and tangy dish that is perfect for any occasion. This pasta salad is loaded with succulent shrimp, tender pasta, and a variety of fresh vegetables. It's a perfect dish for a summer picnic, a backyard barbecue, or just a simple weeknight dinner.

The combination of flavors in this dish is what makes it so unique and delicious. The shrimp adds a savory and salty element, while the vegetables and herbs bring a fresh and zesty touch. The pasta provi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ cup olive oil mayonnaise (such as Hellman's®), or more as needed
  • ½ lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • ½ onion, diced
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 (6 ounce) cans small shrimp, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 6-quart bowl

  • Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  • Combine vinegar, sugar, dill, and parsley in a large bowl. Muddle the herbs with flat spatula and mix until sugar is dissolved. Whisk in mayonnaise, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt until creamy. Stir in celery and onion. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Rinse pasta under cold water. Fold pasta into the dressing until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate, folding salad occasionally so that dressing is evenly absorbed, 8 hours to overnight. Add more mayonnaise if pasta looks dry.
  • Gently fold in shrimp in the last fold before serving.
  • Nutrition

    337 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 78mg
    • Sodium: 1366mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 262mg