Spam Macaroni Summer Salad

Elevate your summer picnics and barbecues with this irresistible Spam Macaroni Summer Salad! This vibrant recipe combines tender elbow macaroni and crispy, golden-brown cubes of Spam with a medley of fresh, crunchy veggies like celery, red bell pepper, and sweet peas. The creamy dressing, made with mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice, ties everything together with a tangy twist. Finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley, this chilled pasta salad is a delicious, make-ahead side dish that's perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it's a retro-inspired favorite that's sure to delight your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 can Spam (diced into small cubes)
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 1 red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 red onion (finely chopped)
• 1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside to cool completely.

Step 2

While the pasta cools, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the diced Spam. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the Spam is lightly browned. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and thawed peas to the dressing. Stir to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 5

Fold the cooled macaroni and browned Spam into the salad mixture. Mix gently to avoid breaking the pasta.

Step 6

Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 7

Garnish the salad with chopped fresh parsley. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled. Enjoy your Spam Macaroni Summer Salad as a side dish or a light main course!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1366.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4058.5

Total Fat 295.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 530.8mg	0%
Sodium 6859.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.9g
Protein 89.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 308.3mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1650.9mg	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: 65.8%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 25.3%