Dunkley's Famous Macaroni Salad

Creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor, Dunkley's Famous Macaroni Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. This classic recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with a rich dressing of mayonnaise, zesty yellow mustard, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for a delightful balance of creaminess and tang. Diced celery, red onion, and green bell pepper add a satisfying crunch, while chopped hard-boiled eggs bring a hearty, savory twist. Lightly sweetened with just a hint of sugar and seasoned perfectly with salt and pepper, this macaroni salad is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for the perfect pop of color. Ready in just 30 minutes and best served after an hour in the fridge to let the flavors meld, this is the side dish your summer barbecues, potlucks, and family dinners have been waiting for.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
• 0.5 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 2 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions, typically about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool the pasta completely. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl and toss to coat it evenly with the dressing.

Step 4

Fold in the diced celery, red onion, green bell pepper, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. Mix gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad a good stir. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(985.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2830.1

Total Fat 188.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 607.3mg	0%
Sodium 3531.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 45.7g	0%

Vitamin D 88IU	0%
Calcium 187.7mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 1028.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 33.6%