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Best Macaroni Salad Recipe

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.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 362 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine: American

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

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. In a medium bowl mix the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, hot sauce, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper.
  3. 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.
  4. 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

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

% 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.