Mickey Rooney'S Salmon Surprise Recipe

Name: Mickey Rooney'S Salmon Surprise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large can pink salmon; 6 Tbsp. mayonnaise; 1 medium dill pickle, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 small stalk celery, chopped; 1 large green cabbage leaf, grated; 1 c. small elbow macaroni, cooked; 1/4 c. diced Cheddar cheese; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. white pepper; 1/4 tsp. vinegar; 1/4 c. croutons; 1 tsp. capers; 1 small can sweet petite peas; lettuce leaves; paprika

Servings: persons

1 large can pink salmon
6 Tbsp. mayonnaise
1 medium dill pickle, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 small stalk celery, chopped
1 large green cabbage leaf, grated
1 c. small elbow macaroni, cooked
1/4 c. diced Cheddar cheese
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1/4 tsp. vinegar
1/4 c. croutons
1 tsp. capers
1 small can sweet petite peas
lettuce leaves
paprika

1
In small bowl, mix salmon and mayonnaise together, then mash. In separate bowl mix pickle, onion, celery and cabbage leaf.
2
In large bowl mix macaroni and Cheddar cheese.
3
Add salmon mixture and pickle mixture to macaroni.
4
Add salt, pepper, vinegar, croutons and capers.
5
Mix well.
6
Add peas.
7
Chill mixture in refrigerator for 1 hour.
8
Line 4 separate plates with lettuce. Mound mixture on lettuce.
9
Sprinkle with paprika.
10
Serve.

286

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large can pink salmon, 6 Tbsp. mayonnaise, 1 medium dill pickle, chopped, 1 small onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mickey Rooney'S Salmon Surprise falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mickey Rooney'S Salmon Surprise

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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