Best My Dads Favorite Macaroni Salad Recipes

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MY FAVORITE MACARONI SALAD



My Favorite Macaroni Salad image

What would summer, or anytime really, be without macaroni salad? The variations are endless, but this one is my favorite. I hope you will give it a try and enjoy it as I do.

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Categories     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
pepper
8 ounces macaroni, cooked and drained
1 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup black olives, chopped
2 eggs, hardboiled and chopped
1/4 cup pimiento, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients and mix gently.
  • Cover and place in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.4, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 72.2, Sodium 818.7, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 6, Protein 8.1

CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD



Classic Macaroni Salad image

This classic macaroni salad recipe is a refreshingly light take on an all-time favorite. It's perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or festive weekend barbecue. -Dorothy Bayes, Sardis, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped carrot
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely. , For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickle relish, sugar substitute, mustard, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, celery, carrot and onion. Add dressing and toss gently to coat. , Refrigerate until serving. Garnish with egg and paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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