Best Macaroni Salad Recipe
This Best Macaroni Salad is a classic American side dish that is creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Add-Ins:
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped pickles or relish
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Boil macaroni until al dente, then rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together mayo, sour cream, mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix pasta, celery, bell pepper, onion, pickles, and eggs (if using) with the dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add more mayo before serving.
- Can be made a day ahead for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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