Description
Classic Macaroni Salad is the quintessential side dish that brings a creamy, flavorful twist to any gathering. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners, this salad combines tender elbow macaroni with fresh vegetables and a rich dressing made from mayonnaise, mustard, and vinegar. Not only is it quick to prepare—taking just 35 minutes—but it’s also incredibly versatile. You can easily customize it by adding your favorite ingredients like hard-boiled eggs or pickles, making it a staple for warm summer days and potluck events alike. With its delightful crunch and refreshing taste, Classic Macaroni Salad will become a cherished recipe in your collection.
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions in salted water. Drain and cool under running water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in the diced vegetables.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the dressing mixture and toss until well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, toss again with any remaining dressing and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg