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THE BEST Macaroni Salad Recipe

This simple macaroni salad recipe made with egg, dressed in a creamy but light mayonnaise dressing, is just right for any picnic or barbecue.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 357 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Salad:
  • 1 pound ditalini pasta , or other short pasta or shell
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs , diced
  • 2 celery ribs , minced
  • 1 red bell pepper , seeded and minced
  • ¼ red onion , minced
  • ¼ cup sweet pickles (sweet gherkins) , chopped
Dressing:
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon pickle juice
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Chopped parsley if desired.

Instructions

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  1. Cook the pasta in salted water according to the package directions, Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water until cooled. Shake the colander to toss the pasta, and drain for about 5 minutes, tossing occasionally.
  2. Transfer the drained pasta to a large bowl. Add the eggs, celery, red bell pepper, red onion and sweet pickles.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, pickle juice, sugar, and Dijon mustard; season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add to the macaroni and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Season with more salt and pepper to taste then refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to add a little color if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 357kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 37g (12%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 65mg (22%) Sodium 208mg (9%) Potassium 157mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 494IU (10%) Vitamin C 15mg (17%) Calcium 22mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 357

% Daily Value*

Calories 357kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 37g 12%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 208mg 9%
Potassium 157mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 494IU 10%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

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