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Macaroni Salad

Creamy Macaroni Salad That Elevates Every Gathering

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This creamy macaroni salad, brimming with vibrant vegetables, is a must-try for any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Dried Macaroni Use elbow macaroni for traditional texture.
  • 1 cup Diced Red Bell Pepper Feel free to substitute with any other bell pepper variant.
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped.
  • 1 cup Diced Red Onion Can swap with green onions or shallots.
  • 4 large Hard-Boiled Eggs Omit for a vegan version.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can be used if preferred.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Sweet Relish Can be swapped with chopped pickles.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard is a suitable alternative.
  • to taste Salt & Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium bowl
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the dried elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions, increasing the time by 2 minutes for a softer texture. Drain and rinse under cold running water until cool.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, sweet relish, and Dijon mustard. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled macaroni with the dressing. Add diced red bell pepper, chopped celery, diced red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. Toss gently until well-coated.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 1 hour to enhance flavors. Toss before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to mix and match ingredients or add extra vegetables for your own twist on this macaroni salad.

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