The Best Macaroni Salad Evah

Creamy, tangy, and loaded with vibrant crunch, "The Best Macaroni Salad Evah" is the perfect side dish for your next barbecue, picnic, or family gathering. This crowd-pleaser combines tender macaroni pasta with a luscious homemade dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for zesty balance. Fresh veggies like celery, red bell pepper, grated carrot, and red onion add colorful texture, while chopped hard-boiled eggs and parsley bring rich flavor and herby freshness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an hour of chilling to let the flavors meld, this classic macaroni salad is a make-ahead dream. Easy to customize and irresistibly delicious, this recipe will quickly become a staple on your table! Search no further for the ultimate "macaroni salad recipe" with all the creaminess and crunch you crave.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups macaroni pasta
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 units celery stalks, finely chopped
• 1 unit red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 unit carrot, grated
• 0.5 unit red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 units hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooling, prepare the dressing. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Fold in the chopped celery, red bell pepper, grated carrot, red onion, fresh parsley, and hard-boiled eggs. Mix until all ingredients are well distributed and coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. For best results, refrigerate overnight.

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1110.3 grams (1110.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3062

Total Fat 216.10g	277%
Saturated Fat 35.00g	175%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 665mg	222%
Sodium 2779mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 239.30g	87%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 35.20g
Protein 46.40g	93%

Vitamin D 88IU	440%
Calcium 349mg	27%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1606mg	34%

*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: 63.0%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 31.0%