Jalapeno Popper Macaroni Salad
User Reviews
3.8
285 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
10 servings
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Calories
405 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Jalapeno Popper Macaroni Salad
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Perfect for any gathering, this macaroni salad has all the great flavor of a jalapeño popper... jalapeños, cheddar cheese, bacon, and creamy dressing!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb dried elbow macaroni pasta
- 1 cup canned jalapeños, chopped I prefer the mild version (can substitute with fresh chopped jalapeños as well)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed small (or shredded) (monterey jack or Colby jack are good as well)
- 8 lices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (I like to use the canola oil mayo for a less calorie dressing)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 Tbsp cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice fresh is best
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- generous pinch of black pepper
- fresh parsley, minced for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring large pot of water to a boil, add generous pinch of salt and boil pasta per package directions. Drain, and rinse pasta with cold water until cooled.
- To a small mixing bowl, add mayo, sour cream, cream cheese, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder and black pepper and whisk until smooth and creamy.
- To a large mixing or serving bowl, add cooked and cooled pasta, jalapeños, cheese, and most of the bacon. Pour dressing over pasta and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with remaining bacon, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to fully combine.
- Serve cold.
Notes
- If desired, add a bit of melted butter to some panko breadcrumbs and cook in a dry skillet over LOW heat until fragrant and toasty. Before serving pasta salad, sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs over the top.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
405kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
36g
(12%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
23g
(35%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
37mg
(12%)
Sodium
1021mg
(43%)
Potassium
232mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
815IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
4.7mg
(5%)
Calcium
114mg
(11%)
Iron
1.4mg
(8%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 405 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 405kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 1021mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 815IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 114mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3.8
285 reviews
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