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Easy Classic Macaroni Salad
This classic macaroni salad is easy to make, made with whole wheet pasta, and tossed in with a healthy greek yogurt dressing.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 166 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine:
Italian , American
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni
- 2 red bell peppers chopped
- 4 celery stalks finely diced, ribs
- 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
- 2-3 green onions chopped
- 1 cup Pickles chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
FOR THE DRESSING:
- 1 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley or 1/2 tsp of dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp of kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 1/4 tsp of garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk all dressing ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Prep all the veggies for the salad.
- Once the pasta is done, drain and quickly rinse in cold water to cool.
- Transfer to a large bowl, and add in the veggies and dressing. Toss well to combine.
- Enjoy!
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Notes
- Pasta: use your favorite kind and shape.
- Veggies: We love adding some crunch into the pasta salad. You may add finely chopped carrots. If you like peas, you may add them as well,
- Greek yogurt: the idea is to skip the mayo. So use any plain yogurt you have handy. Use a dairy-free option for a vegan-friendly option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Do not overcook the pasta. Cook it close to al dente if possible.
- Rinse out the pasta with cold water to stop it from cooking. You do not want a mushy pasta salad.
- optional: for a hint of sweetness to balance out the acidity, try adding a tablespoon of honey.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1cup
Calories
166kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
2mg
(1%)
Sodium
367mg
(15%)
Potassium
262mg
(7%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1141IU
(23%)
Vitamin C
40mg
(44%)
Calcium
79mg
(8%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 166
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 166kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 367mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 262mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1141IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 40mg | 44% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.