Macaroni Salad by Ida Mae

Creamy, tangy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Macaroni Salad by Ida Mae is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish for potlucks, barbecues, or a casual weeknight dinner. This classic recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with a luxuriously smooth dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of yellow mustard for a zesty kick. Crunchy diced celery and red bell pepper, along with finely chopped red onion, add a delightful texture, while the addition of hard-boiled eggs brings a satisfying richness. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this easy-to-make macaroni salad is perfectly chilled, allowing the flavors to meld into a harmonious dish that's as nostalgic as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short chill time, you'll have a flavorful cold pasta salad that everyone will ask for seconds (or thirds!).

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

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

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente (usually 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the cooled macaroni to the dressing and gently mix to coat evenly.

Step 4

Fold in the diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs until well combined.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for garnish, if desired.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a side dish or light meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	950.2 grams (950.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3062

Total Fat 216.10g	277%
Saturated Fat 36.00g	180%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 851mg	284%
Sodium 2228mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 229.60g	83%
Dietary Fiber 11.40g	41%
Total Sugars 29.30g
Protein 53.90g	108%

Vitamin D 132IU	660%
Calcium 296mg	23%
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: 63.2%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 29.8%