Side Mac Salad Recipe
Make Side 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
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tsp of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook the Macaroni
Once the water is boiling, add 2 cups of macaroni pasta. Stir occasionally and cook for about 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside to cool.
Preparing the Salad
- 3
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooling, prepare the vegetables. Dice 1 cup of celery, 1 medium red bell pepper, and grate 1 cup of carrots. Slice 1 cup of green onions.
- 4
Make the Dressing
In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tbs of apple cider vinegar, 1 tbs of Dijon mustard, 1 tsp of sugar, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Whisk together until smooth.
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, chopped celery, red bell pepper, grated carrots, and sliced green onions. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Chilling and Serving
- 6
Chill the Salad
Cover the salad with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- 7
Serve
After chilling, give the salad a good stir before serving. Enjoy your delicious Side Mac Salad!
