BBQ Macaroni Salad! Recipe

Name: BBQ Macaroni Salad!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 celery ribs, diced; 4 green onions, sliced thin; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 teaspoon chili powder; ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 cup mayonnaise; ½ cup barbecue sauce; ground black pepper

Servings: persons

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["Bring 4 quarts of water to boil with 1 T salt.", "Add noodles and cook al dente.", "Drain and rinse with cold water until cool.", "You want the pasta still moist, but not wet.", "stir in the veggies.", "( on the onions use the green parts too.", ").", "Combine the remaining ingredients to make the dressing.", "NOTE:*The best BBQ Sauce for this is:""Bull's Eye"" Origonal!", "It is a little sweet and not overpowering.", "Toss the pasta with the dressing.", "The salad can be refrigerated for 2 days.", "If it seems too dry add 2-3 T of warm water and toss well to make it creamy again.", "**To take it to a pic-nick put your cold pasta in a large zip-lock.", "Put a little water in a little zip lock and put it right in the bag too.", "When ready to serve add the water to moisten the pasta!", ":-) Carry the dressing in separate container and toss just before serving."]

466

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb elbow macaroni, 1 red bell pepper, diced, 2 celery ribs, diced, 4 green onions, sliced thin, and more.

Yes, BBQ Macaroni Salad! falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

BBQ Macaroni Salad!

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Variations & substitutions

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