Macaroni salad is a side dish that’s delicious on its own. We enjoy it at picnics, we take it to potlucks, and it’s perfect with sandwiches. But why can’t macaroni salad be enjoyed as a meal on its own? If you’re answer is something like “well, it won’t fill me up” or “I can just eat carbs!”, you’ll have to think twice about your response after you hear about Amy’s Shrimp and Macaroni Salad.

On her blog Tart Reform, Amy mentions that her twist on the ol’ macaroni salad offers a hefty amount of protein in every serving, 10 grams to be exact. And if you’re a fan of Old Bay Seasoning, then you’ll really love this stuff. On her blog, Amy talks about her love for the spice mix. It’s the seasoning that brightens up the flavor of her favorite sea food dishes, including her Shrimp and Macaroni Salad.

You’ll also find this salad packed with more traditional ingredients, like veggies! Carrots, cucumber, and onions get thrown into the mix; they add color and crunch. But what really sets this salad apart from the rest, for me anyway, is the shrimp!