BBQ Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: BBQ Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: table salt; 1 lb elbow macaroni; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped fine; 1 celery rib, chopped fine; 4 scallions, sliced thin; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 teaspoon chili powder; ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1 cup mayonnaise; ½ cup barbecue sauce; ground black pepper

Servings: persons

table salt
1 lb elbow macaroni
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped fine
1 celery rib, chopped fine
4 scallions, sliced thin
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup barbecue sauce
ground black pepper

1
Bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot, Add 1 tablespoons salt and macaroni and cook until nearly tender, about 5 minutes.
2
Drain in colander and rinse with cold water until cool, then drain once more, briefly, so that pasta is still moist; transfer to a large bowl.
3
Stir in bell peper, clelery, scallions, vinegar, hot sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, and cayenne peper.
4
ad let sit until flavours are absorbed, about 2 minutes.
5
Stir in mayonnaise and barbecue sauce and let sit until salad is no longer watery, about 5 minutes.
6
Season with salt and pepper and serve.
7
(The salad can be cover and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
8
Check seasonings before serving).

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: table salt, 1 lb elbow macaroni, 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped fine, 1 celery rib, chopped fine, 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

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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