Description
This Small Macaroni Salad recipe is a classic side dish perfect for picnics or gatherings. Creamy and flavorful, it’s a simple recipe that comes together quickly.
Ingredients
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Macaroni Salad:
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped sweet pickle relish
- 1 hard-boiled egg (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Cook Macaroni: Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, about 7–8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Add cooled macaroni, celery, red onion, relish, and chopped egg. Stir to combine.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can double the recipe for more servings.
- For a creamier salad, add an extra tablespoon of mayonnaise.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
