Description
A classic macaroni salad with creamy texture and fresh vegetable flavors, perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup peas (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and mustard.
- Add the cooked macaroni, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and peas (if using).
- Stir until all ingredients are mixed well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 60 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider adding chopped pickles or relish. Experiment with dressings to customize flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg