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Creamy, crunchy, and tangy pasta salad perfect for potlucks and summer gatherings
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This classic macaroni salad is a crowd-pleaser that combines tender elbow pasta with a creamy, tangy dressing. The mix of crisp celery, sharp onions, and sweet bell peppers adds wonderful texture and flavor contrast to every bite. It’s incredibly versatile, making it an ideal side dish for barbecues, picnics, or as a cool lunch companion. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this dish improves as it chills, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it cold for the best experience.

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Easy Macaroni Salad I.E.S.Jjgf65 A

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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 5 Calories: 408.0

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This classic macaroni salad is a crowd-pleaser that combines tender elbow pasta with a creamy, tangy dressing. The mix of crisp celery, sharp onions, and sweet bell peppers adds wonderful texture and flavor contrast to every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly versatile, making it an ideal side dish for barbecues, picnics, or as a cool lunch companion. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this dish improves as it chills, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it cold for the best experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook 8 oz of elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, prepared mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add the drained macaroni, sliced celery, chopped onion, and chopped green or red bell peppers to the bowl with the dressing.
  4. Toss everything gently but thoroughly to ensure all pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to blend and the salad to chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 408.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45.0g70%
Saturated Fat 6.6g33%
Cholesterol 8.4mg3%
Sodium 240.0mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 0.4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 0.7g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: macaroni salad, pasta salad, elbow macaroni, mayo dressing, celery, onion, bell pepper, potluck, summer side, picnic, easy recipe, chilled salad, tangy, creamy, vinegar, mustard, quick meal, leftover friendly, family dinner, side dish
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