1 Lb Mac Salad Recipe
Make 1 Lb Mac 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 Salad Base
Vegetables
Dressing
Optional Ingredients
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt.
- 2
Cook Elbow Macaroni
Once the water is boiling, add 1 lb of elbow macaroni. Stir occasionally and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-9 minutes.
- 3
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
Prepare the Vegetables
- 4
Chop the Vegetables
Dice 1 cup of celery, 1 cup of red bell pepper, and slice 1 cup of green onions. Set aside.
Make the Dressing
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tbs of Dijon mustard, 2 tbs of apple cider vinegar, 1 tbs of sugar, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Assemble the Salad
- 6
Combine Salad Ingredients
Add the cooled macaroni to the dressing. Then add the chopped vegetables and, if desired, the optional ingredients like 2 chopped hard-boiled eggs and 1 cup of frozen green peas.
- 7
Mix Thoroughly
Toss everything together until well combined, ensuring that the macaroni is evenly coated with the dressing.
- 8
Chill and Serve
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together. Serve cold.
