Macaroni Salad Recipe
Make Macaroni Salad Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Dressing
Optional Add-ins
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Macaroni
Add 2 cups of macaroni to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and rinse with cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
Prepare the Vegetables
- 4
Chop Vegetables
While the macaroni is cooking, dice the celery, red bell pepper, and slice the green onions. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Make the Dressing
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
Combine Everything
- 6
Mix Ingredients
Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over the macaroni and veggies.
- 7
Toss to Combine
Gently toss everything together until the macaroni is evenly coated with the dressing and the vegetables are well distributed.
- 8
Add Optional Ingredients
If desired, fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced sweet pickles, and thawed peas into the salad.
Chill and Serve
- 9
Chill Salad
Cover the macaroni salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- 10
Serve
Serve cold as a side dish or light meal. Enjoy!