Magnificent Macaroni Salad

Creamy, tangy, and loaded with fresh, crunchy veggies, this Magnificent Macaroni Salad is the ultimate side dish for barbecues, picnics, and potlucks. Featuring tender elbow macaroni coated in a luscious dressing made from mayo, sour cream, and a splash of apple cider vinegar, this salad delivers the perfect balance of richness and zest. Diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and dill pickles add delightful texture and bursts of flavor, while chopped hard-boiled eggs bring a hearty twist. Ready in just 30 minutes and best served chilled, this crowd-pleaser is easy to make ahead, allowing the flavors to fully develop. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and watch it disappear from the table!

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 black pepper
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup dill pickles, diced
• 2 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, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse the pasta with cold water to cool it down. Set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Gently fold in the diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, dill pickles, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Taste the macaroni salad and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar to taste.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1098.8 grams (1098.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3020

Total Fat 211.80g	272%
Saturated Fat 34.50g	173%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 665mg	222%
Sodium 4332mg	188%
Total Carbohydrate 235.30g	86%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 31.30g
Protein 49.40g	99%

Vitamin D 88IU	440%
Calcium 334mg	26%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 1020mg	22%

*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: 62.6%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 30.9%