Description
Learn how to make the best macaroni salad perfect for summer picnics and BBQs. This creamy and flavorful pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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Macaroni Salad:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
- 2 hard-boiled eggs (chopped, optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Boil macaroni until al dente, then rinse under cold water.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix macaroni, celery, bell pepper, onion, relish, and eggs with dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 1 hour, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
- This salad tastes even better the next day.
- For a lighter option, use half mayonnaise and half Greek yogurt.
- Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
