Side Macaroni Salad Recipe
Make Side Macaroni Salad Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
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 completely.
- 3
Mix the Dressing
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, salt, black pepper, dried dill weed, and paprika. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Once the macaroni is cooled, add it to the bowl with the dressing. Then, add the chopped celery, diced red bell pepper, and sliced green onions. Gently fold all the ingredients together until the macaroni is well coated.
- 5
Chill the Salad
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
