How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Perfect Macaroni Salad?

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Box, Elbow Macaroni Or Any Other Short Cut Pasta Of Choice, 1/2 cups Diced Celery, 1/4 cups Minced Red Onion, 1/4 cups Chopped Carrots, and more.

Is Perfect Macaroni Salad suitable as pasta & noodles?

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

How do I store leftover Perfect Macaroni Salad?

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

Perfect Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: Perfect Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Box, Elbow Macaroni Or Any Other Short Cut Pasta Of Choice; 1/2 cups Diced Celery; 1/4 cups Minced Red Onion; 1/4 cups Chopped Carrots; 1/4 cups Green Bell Pepper, Chopped; 1/2 cups Roma Tomato, Seeded And Diced; 1 cup Mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard; 1/2 teaspoons Prepared Mustard; 2 teaspoons Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Cider Vinegar; 1/4 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Salt (or More To Taste)

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Perfect Macaroni Salad is a must-try. Made with Macaroni, Celery, u00bc and u00bc. Easy step-by-step instructions…

This Perfect Macaroni Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as diced celery, minced red onion, chopped carrots and green bell pepper, chopped. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 868 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

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.

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

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