Julie's Macaroni Salad

Creamy, tangy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Julie’s Macaroni Salad is the ultimate side dish for any occasion. This classic macaroni salad recipe features tender elbow macaroni coated in a luscious blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for a pleasantly tangy kick. Diced celery, red onion, shredded carrot, dill pickles, and chopped hard-boiled eggs bring a delightful mix of crunch and texture, while a hint of sugar and yellow mustard balance the flavors perfectly. Ready in just 30 minutes, this chilled pasta salad is an effortless make-ahead option, ideal for potlucks, picnics, or summer barbecues. Garnished with fresh parsley, it's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Give this crowd-pleaser a try for a refreshing take on a timeless favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Elbow macaroni
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Celery, diced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Carrot, shredded
• 0.25 cup Dill pickles, diced
• 3 eggs Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside to cool completely.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the diced celery, chopped red onion, shredded carrot, diced dill pickles, and chopped hard-boiled eggs to the dressing mixture. Stir gently to coat the ingredients evenly.

Step 4

Fold in the cooled macaroni to the bowl, mixing until all the macaroni is well-coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.

Step 6

Refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. If needed, stir in an extra tablespoon of mayonnaise to refresh the texture before serving.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1227.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3157.7

Total Fat 216.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 850.8mg	0%
Sodium 4191.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 252.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 44.2g
Protein 55.6g	0%

Vitamin D 132IU	0%
Calcium 395.1mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 1320.0mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 31.8%