Classic Macaroni Salad

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    461 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Classic Macaroni Salad

This classic macaroni salad is a summer staple! This bright salad has a delicious tangy and sweet creamy dressing. This recipe is a great base for adding in your favorite extras!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound (16 oz.) uncooked macaroni
  • 1/2 medium red onion chopped finely
  • 3 sticks celery chopped finely
  • 1/2 green bell pepper chopped finely
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped finely

Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
  • salt & pepper to taste
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Instructions

  1. Boil a large, salted pot of water for the pasta, and cook it al dente according to package directions. Once cooked, rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly.
  2. Meanwhile, chop all your veggies and add them to a large bowl.
  3. Add the salad dressing ingredients to a medium bowl and stir thoroughly until combined (and make sure the sugar dissolves). Give it a taste and adjust if needed (e.g. more vinegar). 
  4. Add the cooked macaroni to the large bowl, along with the dressing. Toss until everything is combined. Season as needed (I am generous with the salt & pepper - this is a lot of pasta). Salad can be made ahead, just be sure to seal it tightly so the dressing doesn't dry out. Salad can be refrigerated for a few days. 

Notes

  • This salad is great by itself or with other additions. The recipe post has some tips on what else you can add and how to spice up the dressing (if you want to). 
  • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 461kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 61g (20%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 18mg (6%) Sodium 151mg (6%) Potassium 286mg (8%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 855IU (17%) Vitamin C 35mg (39%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 461 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 461kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 61g 20%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 151mg 6%
Potassium 286mg 6%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 855IU 17%
Vitamin C 35mg 39%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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