Fiery Fusion Gyro Mac Salad
This Mediterranean-inspired mac salad combines the heat of spicy banana peppers, succulent shrimp, and juicy meatballs with the creaminess of provolone cheese and sour cream. Tossed with vibrant onions, bell peppers, and tangy marinara, this zesty gyro mac salad is a flavor explosion in every bite!
ingredients
- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb meatballs (beef or turkey), cooked and halved
- 4 spicy banana peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 large bell pepper, diced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 8 oz provolone cheese, cubed
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
steps
- 1.
Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- 2.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, meatball halves, sliced spicy banana peppers, diced bell pepper, thinly sliced onion, and cubed provolone cheese.
- 3.
In a separate small bowl, mix together sour cream and marinara sauce until well combined.
- 4.
Pour the sour cream and marinara mixture over the ingredients in the large bowl. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- 5.
Add the cooled macaroni pasta to the bowl and mix until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- 6.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- 7.
Serve the Fiery Fusion Gyro Mac Salad chilled, garnished with additional sliced banana peppers if desired.
