1 serving (200 grams) contains 350 calories, 8.0 grams of protein, 15.0 grams of fat, and 40.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
411.8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11.8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 470.6 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 47.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| protein | 9.4 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47.1 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 176.5 mg | 3% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Homemade macaroni salad
Homemade macaroni salad is a classic dish often enjoyed at barbecues, potlucks, and picnics across the United States. Typically made with cooked elbow macaroni, this creamy pasta-based salad features a mix of chopped vegetables like celery, onions, and bell peppers, combined with a dressing usually made of mayonnaise, mustard, and vinegar. Its origins are rooted in American comfort food, with influences from Italian pasta dishes. While it provides a good source of carbohydrates from the pasta and includes vegetables for added nutrients and crunch, the dressing can be calorie-dense and high in saturated fat due to the mayonnaise. Healthier versions can substitute Greek yogurt or reduced-fat mayonnaise for a lighter option. Homemade macaroni salad's flexibility allows for personalization with additional ingredients like herbs and lean protein, making it a versatile and customizable dish despite its indulgent reputation.
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Daily value percentages based on FDA guidelines. Nutrient recommendations from NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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