Kfc Macaroni Salad Dairy Free
Recreate the creamy comfort of a classic picnic staple with this irresistibly tangy and flavorful KFC-inspired macaroni salad—made entirely dairy-free! Perfectly cooked elbow macaroni is tossed with a luscious blend of dairy-free mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, a touch of sweetness, and a hint of Dijon mustard for that signature zing. Finely diced carrots, crisp celery, vibrant red bell peppers, and aromatic onions add texture and pops of color to every bite. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes of prep and cook time but shines brightest after an hour in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether you're hosting a BBQ, packing lunch, or planning a weeknight side, this chilled vegan-friendly pasta salad is a creamy, refreshing crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Elbow macaroni
- 1 cup Dairy-free mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 medium, finely diced Carrot
- 1 stalk, finely diced Celery
- 0.5 medium, finely diced Red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons, finely minced Onion
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions, typically about 7-10 minutes, until al dente.
Drain the cooked macaroni and rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dairy-free mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Add the cooled macaroni to the dressing mixture and gently toss to coat the pasta evenly.
Fold in the finely diced carrot, celery, red bell pepper, and minced onion. Mix until all ingredients are distributed evenly throughout the salad.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.8 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1874 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.4 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 362 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
