Kathy's Macaroni Salad

Creamy, tangy, and loaded with flavor, Kathy’s Macaroni Salad is the ultimate side dish for any gathering! Made with tender elbow macaroni, a luscious dressing of mayonnaise and sour cream, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for a zesty kick, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of creaminess and tang. Finely chopped celery, red onion, and dill pickles add crunch and brightness, while hard-boiled eggs bring a rich, hearty element. The salad is finished with a touch of sugar for subtle sweetness and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. Quick to prepare and perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or family dinners, this classic macaroni salad will become a go-to favorite. Serve it chilled and watch it disappear!

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
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 units celery stalks (finely chopped)
• 1 unit small red onion (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup dill pickles (finely diced)
• 3 units hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool, then set aside.

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 cooked and cooled macaroni to the bowl and gently toss to coat in the dressing.

Step 4

Fold in the celery, red onion, dill pickles, and chopped hard-boiled eggs, ensuring even distribution.

Step 5

Adjust seasonings to taste, if needed, by adding more salt, pepper, or a touch more vinegar for extra tang.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Before serving, gently stir the salad and transfer to a serving dish. Optionally, sprinkle the top with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy and flavorful macaroni salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(893.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2954.2

Total Fat 204.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 822.0mg	0%
Sodium 2644.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 51.6g	0%

Vitamin D 132IU	0%
Calcium 221.3mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 644.2mg	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: 62.2%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 30.8%