Lisa's Macaroni Salad

Discover the ultimate potluck side with Lisa's Macaroni Salad, a creamy and refreshing classic made with al dente elbow macaroni and loaded with colorful veggies, hearty hard-boiled eggs, and a tangy-sweet dressing. This crowd-pleasing recipe blends mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, and a hint of sugar for a perfectly balanced flavor, while diced celery, red bell pepper, and minced red onion add a satisfying crunch. Garnished with a sprinkle of paprika for a pop of color, Lisa’s Macaroni Salad is ideal for backyard barbecues, summer picnics, or as a quick make-ahead dish. Ready in just 25 minutes and perfect after chilling, this versatile recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 0.5 red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely minced
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, rinse it under cold water to cool it down, and set aside to drain completely.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Fold the diced celery, red bell pepper, minced red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs into the dressing mixture.

Step 4

Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing and vegetables. Gently toss until the macaroni is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill completely.

Step 6

Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.

Step 7

Serve as a side dish or enjoy on its own. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1061.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3068.3

Total Fat 211.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 664.8mg	0%
Sodium 3442.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 45.3g
Protein 48.6g	0%

Vitamin D 88IU	0%
Calcium 322.7mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 986.3mg	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: 61.5%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 32.2%