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Best Macaroni Salad Recipe


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  • Author: Camila Rose
  • Total Time: 1 hour (including chill time)
  • Yield: 6-8 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A perfect blend of creamy, tangy, and crunchy, this macaroni salad is a must-have for your next summer gathering. With a combination of elbow macaroni, hard-boiled eggs, sweet pickle relish, and a creamy dressing, this dish is as satisfying as it is simple to make. Customize it with your favorite veggies and enjoy!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 3 large eggs, hard-boiled
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1/4 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
  2. Hard-boil the eggs and chop them into small pieces.
  3. Dice the celery and red onion.
  4. In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  5. Add the cooked pasta, chopped eggs, celery, onion, and relish to the bowl. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Feel free to add extra veggies or protein, like cooked chicken or bacon, to make the salad even heartier.
  • For a tangier salad, adjust the vinegar or add a squeeze of lemon juice.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side dish
  • Method: Boiling and mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6-8
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg