Macaroni Salad Paula Deen
Creamy, tangy, and packed with vibrant textures, Paula Deen's Macaroni Salad is the ultimate comfort dish for picnics, potlucks, and summer gatherings. Featuring tender elbow macaroni tossed in a rich dressing made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sweet sugar, this salad delivers the perfect balance of flavors. Crunchy celery, crisp red bell pepper, and sweet pickles add irresistible bites of freshness, while chopped hard-boiled eggs and Dijon mustard lend a savory depth. Garnished with parsley for a bright finish, this chilled macaroni salad is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or as a standalone snack. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this classic recipe promises to become a staple at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely minced
- 3 large Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 0.25 cup Sweet pickles, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing and toss to coat.
Stir in the celery, red bell pepper, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, and sweet pickles. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed and coated in the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 193.7 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 793 mg | 264% | |
| Sodium | 3633 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.0 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 50.1 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 884 mg | 19% | |
*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.
