Description
Experience the ultimate Best Macaroni Salad, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any gathering. This creamy salad combines tender elbow macaroni with a medley of fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, making it an irresistible choice for potlucks, summer barbecues, or family reunions. Quick to prepare and even better when chilled, this recipe is sure to be a hit with guests of all ages. With endless customization options, you can easily tailor it to your taste preferences or what you have on hand. Prepare to make extra, as everyone will be coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 ounces Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 3 hard-boiled eggs (peeled and chopped)
- 3/4 cup diced red onion
- 3/4 cup diced celery
- 3/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sugar or sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip, sugar, celery seed, garlic salt, apple cider vinegar, dill pickle relish, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chopped hard-boiled eggs and diced vegetables to the dressing mixture along with the cooled pasta. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 65mg