Description
A classic, ultra-creamy, and tangy macaroni salad filled with crunchy vegetables, perfect for any summer BBQ.
Ingredients
1 lb elbow macaroni
1.5 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cup celery, finely diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup carrots, shredded
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Boil the elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk the mayo, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, and sugar until smooth.
Step 3: Place the cooled pasta, celery, onion, bell pepper, and carrots in a large bowl.
Step 4: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and pasta, tossing to coat thoroughly.
Step 5: Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Step 6: Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Always rinse your pasta in cold water to ensure the Creamy Macaroni Salad for Summer doesn't become sticky or dry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
