Description
A creamy and flavorful macaroni salad perfect for summer picnics and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup peas (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise and mustard.
- Add the cooled macaroni, celery, red onion, bell pepper, and peas (if using) to the bowl and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish with paprika if desired for an appealing touch.
Notes
Letting the salad chill enhances flavors. Avoid overcooking macaroni for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cold Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg