Description
The perfect summertime dish, combining creamy and crunchy elements for a delightful macaroni salad that brings family and friends together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped eggs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
- Chill for at least an hour before serving. Enjoy your delicious macaroni salad!
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding chopped pickles or relish. Garnish with fresh herbs for a colorful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: macaroni salad, summer salad, picnic recipe