Marjorie's Macaroni Salad
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly flavorful, Marjorie's Macaroni Salad is the perfect addition to your next picnic, potluck, or family dinner. This classic recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with a luscious dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar for balanced sweetness. Crunchy celery, vibrant red bell pepper, and finely diced red onion add satisfying texture, while chopped hard-boiled eggs and a dollop of sweet pickle relish bring nostalgic charm to every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of paprika for a burst of color, this chilled macaroni salad is a crowd-pleaser that's ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for serving up to six. Whether you're searching for an easy summer side dish or a make-ahead party recipe, this creamy macaroni salad is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup celery, finely diced
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 3 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool it down. Set aside to drain thoroughly.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl, along with the celery, red bell pepper, red onion, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and sweet pickle relish. Gently toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
Step 4
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Step 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and sprinkle paprika on top for a pop of color, if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1168.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3157.6 |
| Total Fat 216.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 850.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3815.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 249.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 46.9g | |
| Protein 55.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 132IU | 0% |
| Calcium 358.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1145.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories