Best Dilly Cheesy Macaroni Salad Recipes

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GRANDMA'S MACARONI SALAD



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A sweet macaroni salad just like Grandma used to make. The dressing is a good basic macaroni salad dressing that you can use with your own macaroni salad recipe. You must refrigerate for at least 4 hours for all of the flavors to blend together.

Provided by Hope

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 4h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups elbow macaroni
¼ cup sweet relish
½ cup onion, finely chopped
½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup finely chopped carrot
1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
¼ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons low-fat milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well; rinse with cold water and drain again.
  • Reserve 2 tablespoons relish juice; place the rest in a large bowl with onion, bell pepper, carrot, and egg.
  • Whisk creamy salad dressing into reserved relish juice. Mix in sour cream, milk, sugar, dill, salt, and pepper. Fold gently into the macaroni mixture. Refrigerate to let flavors blend, 4 to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 215 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

MACARONI SALAD WITH LEMON AND HERBS



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Consider this a macaroni salad for the 21st century: Like the original, it's a welcome accompaniment to picnic fare and pairs with virtually anything off the grill. But this version also happens to be bright, acidic and herbaceous. The traditional elements have been preserved - elbow macaroni, mayonnaise and a pinch of sugar are mandatory - but they've been bolstered by bright flavors: lemon zest, tangy capers and pickles, crunchy celery and tons of fresh herbs. It goes lighter on mayonnaise than the original, swapping in tangy buttermilk for a dressing that is more glossy than gloopy. It can be served straight from the fridge or at room temperature. A splash of water stirred in restores its silky sheen.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories     pastas, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup minced bread-and-butter pickles
2 large stalks celery, peeled and finely chopped
4 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk (see Tip)
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, plus small sprigs for garnish
1/4 cup drained jarred capers, chopped, plus 3 tablespoons caper brine
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest and 4 teaspoons juice (from 1 large lemon)
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
16 ounces elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high.
  • While the water comes to a boil, prepare your dressing: In a large bowl, stir together pickles, celery, scallions, mayonnaise, buttermilk, parsley, dill, capers and brine, mustard, lemon zest and juice, and sugar. Season with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper.
  • Cook the macaroni in the boiling water until al dente, about 6 minutes; drain well and let cool for a few minutes.
  • Once cooled, toss macaroni with dressing, season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate until chilled. Top with extra scallions, parsley and dill to garnish just before serving.

MACARONI SALAD WITH DILL



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Quick, easy to make Macaroni Salad with a touch of dill to give it a little extra zip. This can be easily altered by adding additional veggies, like carrots, green peppers, or diced tomatoes. For a more hearty salad, diced chicken can also be added. Light mayo can be substituted to reduce calories.

Provided by styxdancer

Categories     Low Protein

Time 50m

Yield 4 cups, 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces cooked macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook, drain, and rinse pasta. Combine all ingredients and stir until well blended. Chill for a minimum of 4 hours before serving.

MACARONI SALAD WITH DILL AND HAM



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 medium red onion, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus additional for salting water
8 ounces elbow macaroni (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup sour cream
6 ounces cooked ham, cut into 1/3-inch cubes
3/4 cup frozen baby peas, thawed (about 4 ounces)
2 ribs celery, with leaves, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • To mellow the minced onion, soak it in cold water while you make the salad.
  • Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat and salt it generously. Add the macaroni and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain the macaroni in a colander, put in a serving bowl, and toss with the milk. Allow the macaroni to cool slightly while you make the dressing.
  • For the dressing: Whisk the vinegar, mustard, the 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper to taste in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in the sour cream.
  • Drain the onions, pat dry, and add to the macaroni along with the ham, peas, celery, and dill. Add the dressing and fold to coat the pasta evenly. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

MACARONI AND CHEESE SALAD



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The vinegar and cheese help to make this a unique macaroni salad.

Provided by Sally Dickson

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups macaroni
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup chopped celery
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
8 cherry tomatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon Beau Monde ™ seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta and vinegar. Mix well and allow to sit 15-20 minutes.
  • Add cheese, peppers, celery, green onions, tomatoes, mayonnaise and seasonings. Mix well and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 35.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 354.2 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

CREAMY, CHEESY PASTA SALAD



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I love cheese in a pasta salad - good with BBQ or for a picnic, or any time you want a creamy pasta salad!

Provided by LorenLou

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions and drained
3 dill pickles, finely chopped
3 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
3 celery ribs, sliced thinly
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, diced into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup mayonnaise (can use low-fat Hellmann's or Kraft)
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1/4 cup cider vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Gently toss all the salad ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • Set aside.
  • For the dressing, combine the mayonnaise and milk.
  • Then add the sugar and vinegar.
  • Stir well, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours Overnight is even better.

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