Mama Mia's Macaroni Salad

Bring a burst of flavor to your next picnic or potluck with Mama Mia's Macaroni Salad, the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish! This creamy and colorful salad combines tender elbow macaroni with a tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for a light, zesty twist. Fresh, crunchy veggies like celery, carrots, red bell pepper, and red onion add texture and vibrant color, while sweet pickle relish and Dijon mustard create a delightful balance of sweetness and tang. Chopped hard-boiled eggs lend richness, and a sprinkle of parsley adds the perfect finishing touch. Quick to prepare and best served chilled, this classic macaroni salad is a refreshing, irresistible highlight of summer gatherings or family dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

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 Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 celery stalks, finely diced
• 1 carrot, shredded
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions, typically about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and cool the pasta.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until the dressing is smooth and well-blended.

Step 3

Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Stir gently to coat the pasta.

Step 4

Fold in the diced celery, shredded carrot, red onion, red bell pepper, sweet pickle relish, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. Mix until the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust the seasonings with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad a final stir and garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh, vibrant touch. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1162.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2947.2

Total Fat 191.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 611.2mg	0%
Sodium 3933.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 36.5g
Protein 52.9g	0%

Vitamin D 88IU	0%
Calcium 276.0mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1357.8mg	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: 59.2%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 33.5%