Description
Macaroni Salad is a creamy and satisfying dish made with pasta, vegetables, and a tangy dressing. It’s a popular side dish for BBQs, picnics, and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pickles or relish
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool it down.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni, chopped celery, bell pepper, red onion, peas, and pickles (if using) to the bowl with the dressing.
- Stir gently to combine all ingredients, making sure everything is well-coated with the dressing.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Notes
- This is a classic macaroni salad recipe.
- Macaroni salad is great for meal prep and can be made a day in advance.
- Add fresh ingredients like lettuce or avocado just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: N/A
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