Macaroni- Lamb Salad

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 3
Mouth-watering Macaroni-Lamb Salad Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups cold . cooked elbow macaroni
4 cups diced diced cold cooked lamb
1 large onion , peeled and chopped
1 cup diced green pepper
3/4 cup salad dressing or 3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
salt , pepper to taste
2 medium tomatoes , peeled and sliced
1 medium cucumber , peeled and sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
508
Sugar
12g
Fat
35g
Macaroni-Lamb Salad is a delicious and filling dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. It's a unique take on traditional macaroni salad, combining macaroni with tender cubes of leftover lamb. The vegetables and dressing add a satisfying crunch and tang, making it a well-balanced meal. This salad is also perfect for picnics or potlucks as it can be prepared ahead of time and transported easily. Whether you make it as a way to use up leftovers or as a twist on classic macaroni salad, this recipe is bound to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the cooked macaroni, diced lamb, chopped onion, and diced green pepper together.
2.In a separate bowl, mix the salad dressing or mayonnaise, prepared mustard, dill weed, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3.Pour the dressing over the macaroni-lamb mixture and gently stir until the ingredients are coated.
4.Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
5.When ready to serve, add the sliced tomatoes and sliced cucumber on top of the macaroni-lamb salad.

PROS

This salad is hearty and satisfying, making it perfect for a main dish.

The combination of macaroni and lamb is both tasty and unexpected.

It’s a great way to use up leftover roast lamb.

CONS

This recipe requires precooked lamb, so it’s not ideal for those who don’t have leftover lamb on hand.

It may be difficult to find diced lamb in some grocery stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein and contains important nutrients such as iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
The addition of vegetables like onion, green pepper, tomato, and cucumber makes this salad both nutritious and flavorful.

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