Homestyle Macaroni Salad
Homestyle Macaroni Salad is a creamy and tangy dish that brings vibrant flavors and delightful crunch to your table. This easy-to-make salad features tender elbow macaroni, fresh vegetables, and a rich dressing, making it the perfect addition for summer barbecues, potlucks, or family dinners. Each bite offers a nostalgic taste that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 cup celery (diced)
- ½ cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup carrots (grated)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs (peeled and chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop the celery, red onion, green bell pepper, and grate the carrots.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and mustard until smooth.
- Add the cooled macaroni and chopped vegetables to the dressing. Mix gently to combine.
- Fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs carefully.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating diced pickles or crispy bacon bits. If you prefer a lighter dressing, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise.