Old Fashioned Macaroni Salad for Classic Side Dishes
A classic Old Fashioned Macaroni Salad made with tender pasta, creamy dressing, chopped vegetables, and eggs for a smooth and balanced chilled side dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup celery, finely diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until tender, then drain and rinse under cool water.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add cooled macaroni and mix until coated.
- Add celery, bell pepper, onion, eggs, and relish. Fold gently.
- Stir in parsley and paprika if using.
- Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator before serving and stir again prior to serving.
Notes
Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator. If the salad thickens, mix in a small amount of mayonnaise or milk before serving to adjust texture.