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Creamy Macaroni Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight!

A refreshing and creamy macaroni salad perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper any color
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas thawed
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs chopped

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Add the cooled macaroni, celery, red onion, bell pepper, peas, parsley, and chopped hard-boiled eggs to the bowl.
  4. Gently fold all the ingredients together until well combined.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a tangier flavor, add an extra tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice.
  • Customize your salad by adding diced pickles or olives for an extra crunch and flavor.

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