Simple Macaroni Salad

Creamy, tangy, and packed with fresh crunch, this Simple Macaroni Salad is a must-have for any picnic, potluck, or barbecue! Featuring tender elbow macaroni tossed in a velvety dressing of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of yellow mustard for a zesty kick, this classic side dish is elevated with the satisfying crunch of diced celery, red bell pepper, and a touch of red onion. Chopped hard-boiled eggs add richness, while a dash of apple cider vinegar and a sprinkle of sugar balance the flavors perfectly. Ready in under 30 minutes and chilled to perfection, this easy macaroni salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that can be prepped ahead for effortless entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

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 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

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 to cool completely.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing and toss until all the pasta is coated.

Step 4

Fold in the diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and parsley (if using). Mix gently to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.

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 macaroni salad a quick stir and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve chilled and enjoy your Simple Macaroni Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1010.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3001.8

Total Fat 211.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 664.8mg	0%
Sodium 2261.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 48.4g	0%

Vitamin D 88IU	0%
Calcium 318.0mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 944.8mg	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: 62.9%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 30.7%