Description
Macaroni salad is a delightful blend of creamy dressing and perfectly cooked elbow macaroni, punctuated by crisp vegetables. This versatile dish is perfect for any occasion—from picnics to potlucks—bringing together vibrant flavors and textures that everyone will love. Easy to customize, this macaroni salad not only pleases the palate but also looks stunning on any table. Prepare to impress your guests with this crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- While the pasta is cooking, chop the celery and red onion.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
- Add the cooled macaroni and chopped veggies to the dressing; stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg