Hellmann's Classic Macaroni Salad

Creamy, tangy, and perfectly balanced, Hellmann's Classic Macaroni Salad is the ultimate side dish for any gathering. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with crisp celery, sweet shredded carrots, and the savory richness of chopped hard-boiled eggs, all enveloped in a luscious dressing made with Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise, white vinegar, and a hint of mustard. A dash of sugar adds just the right touch of sweetness, while the crunch of fresh veggies and the bite of finely chopped red onion elevate every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes and perfect for make-ahead meals, this easy macaroni salad is refrigerated to let the flavors mingle, making it an irresistible addition to summer barbecues, picnics, or holiday tables. Serve it chilled for a refreshing and satisfying side dish that’s guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Elbow macaroni
• 1 cup Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Celery, chopped
• 1 cup Carrot, shredded
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 3 Hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it cool completely.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Add the cooled macaroni, celery, shredded carrot, red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs to the mayonnaise mixture.

Step 4

Gently fold the ingredients together until the macaroni is evenly coated and all components are well distributed.

Step 5

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1150.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2653.7

Total Fat 178.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 636.6mg	0%
Sodium 4429.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 40.5g
Protein 52.5g	0%

Vitamin D 132IU	0%
Calcium 260.1mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 1564.2mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 31.3%