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cold macaroni salad recipe

A refreshing and creamy cold macaroni salad, perfect for picnics and potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
Vegetables
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup green onions sliced
Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup peas cooked
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Method
 

Cook Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare Vegetables
  1. While the pasta is cooking, dice the celery, red bell pepper, and slice the green onions.
Make Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, diced vegetables, and dressing. Stir until everything is well coated. If using, add peas and cheddar cheese.
Chill and Serve
  1. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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