Old Fashioned Picnic Macaroni Salad

Take your taste buds on a nostalgic journey with this Old Fashioned Picnic Macaroni Salad, the ultimate side dish for summer gatherings, potlucks, and family barbecues. Featuring tender elbow macaroni coated in a creamy blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a tangy hint of yellow mustard and apple cider vinegar, this classic recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet. Crisp diced celery, fresh red bell peppers, and tangy pickle relish add delightful crunch and bursts of flavor, while chopped hard-boiled eggs bring richness and a touch of tradition. Ready in just 30 minutes and chilled to perfection, it’s an easy make-ahead dish that’s sure to be a hit at any event. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and enjoy this timeless comfort food, perfect for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Elbow macaroni
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Celery, diced
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Pickle relish
• 2 Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let cool completely.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the bowl and gently toss to coat it in the dressing.

Step 4

Stir in the diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, pickle relish, and chopped hard-boiled eggs until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar to suit your preference.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Before serving, sprinkle the salad with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1068.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3052.6

Total Fat 211.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 664.8mg	0%
Sodium 3850.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 39.4g
Protein 49.2g	0%

Vitamin D 88IU	0%
Calcium 331.1mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 999.8mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 31.7%