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Macaroni Salad

This macaroni salad is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for any gathering. Loaded with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing, it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pasta gluten-free if needed
  • 3 large hard boiled eggs peeled and chopped (optional)
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup carrot diced or shredded
  • 1/2 cup pickle sweet or savory, diced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup red onion diced
  • 1/4 cup green onion sliced
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar or juice from 1/2 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon pickle juice (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions
 

  • Begin by boiling water in a large pot and cooking the pasta according to the package directions. After cooking, drain and rinse with cold water to cool.

For Salad:

  • In a big bowl, mix the cooled pasta with hard boiled eggs (if using), diced celery, red bell pepper, carrot, diced pickles, red onion, and green onion, stirring until combined.

For Dressing:

  • In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar or lemon juice, optional pickle juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, whisking until everything is mixed well.
  • Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  • For the best flavor, let it chill in the refrigerator for a while before serving. Enjoy your delicious macaroni salad!
Keyword Macaroni