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macaroni salad recipe
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Delicious Homemade Macaroni Salad Recipe

Delicious Homemade Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and loaded with crunchy fresh vegetables in every bite. This classic side dish is perfect for BBQs, picnics, potlucks, or simple family dinners. It’s easy to prepare, full of comforting flavor, and tastes even better after chilling in the fridge.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup celery finely chopped
  • ½ cup red bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until tender.
  2. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  3. Let macaroni cool completely before mixing.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Add cooled macaroni to the bowl.
  6. Stir in celery, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and eggs if using.
  7. Mix gently until everything is evenly coated.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Chill longer for deeper flavor development.
  • Add shredded carrots for extra crunch.
  • Adjust vinegar and sugar to balance tanginess.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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