Smoked Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: Smoked Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 1 pound elbow macaroni; 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise; 3 stalks celery, small diced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1/2 bunch green onions, greens parts only, sliced (about 1/2 cup), plus for garnish; 5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons whole-grain mustard; 3 tablespoons bourbon whiskey; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
3 stalks celery, small diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 bunch green onions, greens parts only, sliced (about 1/2 cup), plus for garnish
5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
3 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

1
In a large pot of heavily salted water, cook the macaroni according to package directions for al dente.
2
Drain and add to a large bowl along with 2 tablespoons of the mayonnaise, and the celery and green onions.
3
Toss well.
4
In a medium bowl, combine the remaining mayonnaise and the cider vinegar, mustard, bourbon, honey, salt, pepper and liquid smoke.
5
Stir until smooth, then add to the macaroni.
6
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
7
Refrigerate for 1 to 3 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
8
Garnish with green onions before serving.

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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: Kosher salt, 1 pound elbow macaroni, 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise, 3 stalks celery, small diced (about 1 1/2 cups), and more.

Yes, Smoked 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.

Smoked Macaroni Salad

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