Best Macaroni Salad
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Best Macaroni Salad, a perfect addition to any gathering, whether it’s a backyard barbecue, potluck, or family reunion. This creamy pasta salad is not only easy to whip up but also boasts a vibrant mix of fresh veggies and hard-boiled eggs, all enveloped in a tangy dressing that will keep your guests coming back for seconds. Its versatility allows it to shine as a standalone dish or complement grilled meats beautifully. Make sure to prepare this crowd-pleaser ahead of time; chilling it enhances the flavors and makes it even more enjoyable!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni or ditalini pasta
- 15 ounces Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 3/4 cup diced red onion
- 3/4 cup diced celery
- 3/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 3 tablespoons sugar or sugar substitute (or less if desired)
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- Salt/Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions in boiling salted water. Drain and cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip, sugar, celery seed, garlic salt, apple cider vinegar, dill pickle relish, yellow mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in the chopped eggs and diced vegetables into the dressing before adding the cooled pasta. Mix well until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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