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Classic Macaroni Salad

It's true this summer time Classic Macaroni Salad will always be on the menu because it's quick to prepare using cooked macaroni pasta, freshly diced vegetables like bell peppers and celery all tossed in a creamy tangy dressing.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Chill Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 27 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 225 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • Ingredients
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup each red, orange and yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion diced
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (See Note 1)
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp dried tarragon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper (See Note 2)

Instructions

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  1. Instructions
  2. Cook macaroni in heavily salted water according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water until completely cool. Let drain very well.
  3. In a mixing bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, vinegar, mustard, sugar, tarragon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Add drained, cooled macaroni to a large mixing bowl along with bell peppers, celery and red onion.
  5. Pour dressing over top and toss mixture to evenly coat. Chill covered for 1 hour in refrigerator. Toss to mix again before serving. Season to taste.

Notes

  • White wine vinegar can be substituted for the apple cider vinegar.
  • To add a bit of a kick, feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing, too.

Nutrition Information

Calories 225kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 7mg (2%) Sodium 121mg (5%) Potassium 168mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 649IU (13%) Vitamin C 25mg (28%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 225

% Daily Value*

Calories 225kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Sodium 121mg 5%
Potassium 168mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 649IU 13%
Vitamin C 25mg 28%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

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