Mum's Macaroni Salad

Transform mealtime into a nostalgic celebration with Mum's Macaroni Salad, a classic recipe brimming with creamy comfort and fresh, crisp flavors. This crowd-pleasing dish combines tender elbow macaroni with a luscious dressing of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a tangy hint of yellow mustard and white vinegar, perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness. Finely diced vegetables—crunchy celery, sweet red bell pepper, and sharp red onion—pair beautifully with shredded carrot and hearty chunks of hard-boiled eggs for a satisfying texture in every bite. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this chilled pasta salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family gatherings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and enjoy this timeless favorite, straight from Mum's kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

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
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 stalks celery, finely diced
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• 0.5 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 0.25 red onion, finely diced
• 3 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, yellow mustard, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the celery, carrot, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs to the dressing. Stir gently to combine.

Step 4

Fold the cooled macaroni into the dressing and vegetable mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Before serving, garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1013.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3105.5

Total Fat 216.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 850.8mg	0%
Sodium 3478.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 36.2g
Protein 54.5g	0%

Vitamin D 132IU	0%
Calcium 334.8mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 987.7mg	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: 62.3%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 30.7%