Description
Classic Macaroni Salad is a beloved dish that perfectly combines creamy flavors with crunchy vegetables, making it an ideal side for summer barbecues, potlucks, and family gatherings. This easy macaroni salad recipe features simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, ensuring you can whip it up in no time. The rich mayo-based dressing beautifully coats the elbow macaroni while adding a delightful touch of tanginess from mustard and vinegar. With its vibrant colors and satisfying texture, this classic southern side dish is sure to be a hit at your next event.
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
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package directions in salted water. Drain and rinse with cool water until cooled.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, pepper, sugar, salt, garlic, and onion powder to make the dressing.
- Stir in the diced onion, celery, and bell pepper into the dressing mixture.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with half of the dressing. Mix well and cover; refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, add the remaining dressing to the pasta and mix again. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg