Description
Classic Macaroni Salad is a beloved dish that combines creamy textures with crunchy vegetables, making it a perfect addition to potlucks, barbecues, and family gatherings. This simple yet delicious salad features a rich dressing made from mayonnaise, mustard, and vinegar, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Customizable to suit your taste, you can easily add ingredients like diced pickles or hard-boiled eggs for an extra twist. Plus, this dish can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge. It’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
- 1 rib celery, finely diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cool water.
- In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, pepper, sugar, and salt.
- Stir in the diced onion, celery, and bell pepper until combined.
- Add the cooled pasta to the dressing mixture and toss until well coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg