Macaroni Salad a La Lois

Elevate your summer gatherings with "Macaroni Salad a la Lois," a creamy, flavor-packed twist on the classic dish. This crowd-pleasing recipe features tender elbow macaroni tossed in a luscious dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar. Crisp bites of diced celery, red bell pepper, and red onion add a refreshing crunch, while chopped hard-boiled eggs infuse richness and texture. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this chilled salad is perfect for picnics, BBQs, or as a make-ahead side for weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this macaroni salad is a must-try for anyone craving a versatile and flavorful comfort food favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

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 apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 pieces hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth to create the dressing.

Step 3

Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Gently stir until the pasta is well coated.

Step 4

Fold in the diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and fresh parsley. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a good stir. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.

Step 7

Serve cold and garnish with extra parsley, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	927.4 grams (927.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3006

Total Fat 210.90g	270%
Saturated Fat 34.40g	172%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 665mg	222%
Sodium 3350mg	146%
Total Carbohydrate 233.50g	85%
Dietary Fiber 11.70g	42%
Total Sugars 32.50g
Protein 47.80g	96%

Vitamin D 88IU	440%
Calcium 288mg	22%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 703mg	15%

*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: 62.8%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 30.9%