Macaroni Salad Paula Deen

Creamy, tangy, and packed with vibrant textures, Paula Deen's Macaroni Salad is the ultimate comfort dish for picnics, potlucks, and summer gatherings. Featuring tender elbow macaroni tossed in a rich dressing made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sweet sugar, this salad delivers the perfect balance of flavors. Crunchy celery, crisp red bell pepper, and sweet pickles add irresistible bites of freshness, while chopped hard-boiled eggs and Dijon mustard lend a savory depth. Garnished with parsley for a bright finish, this chilled macaroni salad is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or as a standalone snack. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this classic recipe promises to become a staple at your table!

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
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely minced
• 3 large Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 0.25 cup Sweet pickles, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Stir in the celery, red bell pepper, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, and sweet pickles. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed and coated in the dressing.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Step 7

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(988.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2925.8

Total Fat 193.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 793.3mg	0%
Sodium 3632.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 39.2g
Protein 50.1g	0%

Vitamin D 132IU	0%
Calcium 174.6mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 884.1mg	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: 6.9%

Carbs: 33.2%