Best Macaroni Salad Recipe
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The Best Macaroni Salad Recipe - This classic southern macaroni salad recipe has a few surprise ingredients to give that perky, super-addictive flavor we all know and love a zesty twist.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound macaroni pasta
- 12 ounces roasted red pepper, (1 jar) drained and chopped
- 3/4 cup kale, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
- 1/2 cup scallions, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise, could be low fat
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce, I used Frank's RedHot
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- salt and pepper
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Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions, usually 7-10 minutes. Then drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a medium bowl mix the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, hot sauce, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper.
- Pour the macaroni in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top. Then add the chopped roasted red peppers, kale, bacon, pickle relish, and scallions.
- Toss well to coat. Then refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- * This macaroni salad recipe can be made up to 4 days ahead of enjoying, and kept refrigerated in an airtight container. Serve chilled.
- * This macaroni salad recipe can be made up to 4 days ahead of enjoying, and kept refrigerated in an airtight container. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
362kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
12mg
(4%)
Sodium
689mg
(29%)
Potassium
163mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
750IU
(15%)
Vitamin C
20mg
(22%)
Calcium
31mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 362 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 362kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 689mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 163mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 750IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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