Best The Great American Macaroni Salad Recipes

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CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD



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This is a salad that everyone seems to love. I always get lots of compliments on this recipe and it is just a pleasing taste that seems to suit everyone.

Provided by Graden

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
⅔ cup white sugar
2 ½ tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
¼ cup grated carrot
2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in the onion, celery, green pepper, carrot, pimentos and macaroni. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving, but preferably overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 528.6 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

EASY CREAMY MACARONI SALAD RECIPE



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The perfect side dish for your summer BBQ - traditional creamy American macaroni salad. Creamy, easy, and delicious.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups dry elbow macaroni (cooked, rinsed and drained)
⅓ cup diced celery
¼ cup minced red onion (soaked in cold water for 5 minutes, drained)
3/4 cup shredded carrots
1 Tablespoon minced flat-leaf parsley
½ cup diced vine ripened tomato (optional)
½ cup prepared mayonnaise
¾ teaspoon dried mustard
1½ teaspoons sugar
1½ Tablespoons cider vinegar
3 Tablespoons sour cream
½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the macaroni, celery, onion, parsley and tomato.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, sour cream and salt.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 326 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AMERICAN MACARONI SALAD



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Bring this classic American Macaroni Salad recipe from Food Network Kitchen to your next picnic � it's perfect for an outdoor barbecue spread.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups dry elbow macaroni, cooked, rinsed, and drained
1/3 cup diced celery
1/4 cup minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes, drained
1 tablespoon minced flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup diced vine-ripened tomato (optional)
1/2 cup prepared mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, celery, onion, parsley and tomato, if using. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, sour cream and salt. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve. Store covered in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days.

AMERICAN MACARONI SALAD



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From the Food Network kitchen staff. I've been making this now for almost 2 years and it's not only quick and easy to prepare it's delicious. What I really appreciate about this Macaroni Salad is that I live in a household divided. Half of us like mayonaise and the other loves Miracle Whip. This Macaroni Salad is a big pleaser with EVERYONE! This brought peace back to our table. ;)

Provided by SaraBellaBean

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups dry elbow macaroni, cooked, rinsed, and drained
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup diced tomato
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the macaroni, celery, onion, and tomato.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, sour cream and salt.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.3, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 8.2, Sodium 352.7, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 5.1

AMERICAN MACARONI SALAD



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I got this recipe from Food Network and I love that it goes together so quick. In the summer, I don't want to spend much time in the kitchen.

Provided by Loves to travel

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups dry pasta shell macaroni
1/3 cup celery
1/4 cup red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes, drained
1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup diced tomato (optional)
1/2 cup prepared mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the macaroni, celery, onion, parsley, and tomato, if using. In a small bowl, whisk together the Mayonaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, sour cream, and salt. Pour the dressing ove the salad and stir to combine. Season with Salt and Pepper to taste. Serve.
  • Store covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.3, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.4, Sodium 164.2, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 0.3

CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD



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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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