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Classic Creamy American Macaroni Salad

Classic Creamy American Macaroni Salad for Perfect Summer Picnics

Classic Creamy American Macaroni Salad is a delightful picnic side dish that blends creamy mayonnaise with crunchy veggies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni Can be swapped with shells, rotini, or penne.
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Diced Celery
  • 1 cup Chopped Red Bell Pepper
  • ½ cup Chopped Red Onion
  • ½ cup Chopped Dill Pickle
  • 2 large Hard-Boiled Eggs
  • ¼ cup Chopped Fresh Parsley

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Medium Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add salt, then stir in the elbow macaroni. Cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Transfer cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Fold macaroni into the dressing gently to coat.
  4. Add diced celery, chopped red bell pepper, chopped red onion, dill pickle, and hard-boiled eggs. Mix until evenly distributed.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and meld flavors.
  6. Stir gently before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley for extra color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for summer picnics and gatherings, this salad can be customized with additional ingredients such as shredded carrots or peas.

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