Create a crowd-pleasing classic with our Macaroni Salad recipe. Tender elbow macaroni tossed with crisp veggies, tangy mayo, and a hint of mustard for a creamy and flavorful dish that's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side for any meal.
Course Brunch, Lunch
Cuisine American
Keyword Pasta, Picnic Recipes, Summer
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Chill Time 1 hourhour
Total Time 1 hourhour25 minutesminutes
Servings 81/2 cup servings
Calories 563kcal
Author Stacy Williams
Cost $5.00
Equipment
Large Saucepan
Colander
Rotary Grater
Sharp Kitchen Knife
Dry Measuring Spoons
Dry Measuring Cups
Tablespoon
Plastic wrap
Ingredients
16OzElbow macaronicooked
½LargeCarrotgrated
1stalkCelery chopped
½MediumWhite Onionchopped
¼C.Sugar
1 ⅓C.Mayonnaise
¼C.White Vinegar
5LargeHard boiled eggschopped
1tsp.Lemon juice
½tsp.Paprikamore for garnish, if desired
1tsp.Saltor to taste
1tsp.Pepperor to taste
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain Well. Grate carrots and chop celery and onion.
16 Oz Elbow macaroni
In a large mixing bowl mix mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, paprika, salt and pepper together.
1 1/3 C. Mayonnaise, 1/4 C. White Vinegar, 1 tsp. Lemon juice, 1/2 tsp. Paprika, 1 tsp. Salt, 1 tsp. Pepper, 1/4 C. Sugar
In the same bowl, gently fold macaroni into the mayo mixture.
Add vegetables and eggs. Gently stir to combine.
1/2 Large Carrot, 1 stalk Celery , 5 Large Hard boiled eggs, 1/2 Medium White Onion
Cover with plastic wrap and chill 1-hour or until ready to serve.
Garnish with additional paprika if desired before serving.
Notes
Nutrition info is auto-calculated. Please use discretion if you follow a special diet.