Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: Classic Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pounds Macaroni Pasta, Cooked Al Dente; 1/2 cups Celery, Small Dice; 1/4 cups Red Onion, Small Dice; 1 whole Small Roma Tomato, Small Dice; 1/2 cups Light Mayonnaise; 1 Tablespoon Cider Vinegar; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Cracked Black Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Dry Mustard; 1 teaspoon Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Sour Cream; 1 Tablespoon Italian Leaf Parsley, Chopped

Servings: persons

1/2 pounds Macaroni Pasta, Cooked Al Dente
1/2 cups Celery, Small Dice
1/4 cups Red Onion, Small Dice
1 whole Small Roma Tomato, Small Dice
1/2 cups Light Mayonnaise
1 Tablespoon Cider Vinegar
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/2 teaspoons Cracked Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Dry Mustard
1 teaspoon Sugar
2 Tablespoons Sour Cream
1 Tablespoon Italian Leaf Parsley, Chopped

1
Begin by boiling your pasta in salted water. Cook it according to package instructions for al dente.
2
While the pasta is boiling, prepare your ingredients, chopping all of the vegetables. When the vegetables have been chopped, make the dressing.
3
Combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, pepper, mustard, sugar, and sour cream in a small mixing bowl. Mix well until you have a nice and thin dressing.
4
When the pasta is done cooking, drain, and rinse with cold water to cool the pasta. Drain well.
5
To a large mixing bowl, add the pasta, chopped veggies, and top with half of the dressing. I say half because depending on the pasta, you want to make sure the sauce stays nice and light, not too much sauce. Mix to incorporate everything until you have the desired amount of consistency with the dressing.
6
Taste. Adjust any salt and pepper to your liking. When you are ready to serve, transfer the macaroni salad to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve cold, or at room temperature. Enjoy.

452

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pounds Macaroni Pasta, Cooked Al Dente, 1/2 cups Celery, Small Dice, 1/4 cups Red Onion, Small Dice, 1 whole Small Roma Tomato, Small Dice, and more.

Yes, Classic 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!

Classic Macaroni Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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