Melt in Your Mouth Macaroni Salad
Creamy, colorful, and irresistibly delicious, the 'Melt in Your Mouth Macaroni Salad' is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for picnics, potlucks, and family gatherings. This recipe features tender macaroni tossed in a luscious dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a hint of apple cider vinegar for balanced tanginess. Crunchy vegetables like celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and shredded carrot add texture and vibrant color, while chopped hard-boiled eggs deliver richness and protein. A sprinkle of fresh parsley ties it all together, ensuring every bite bursts with flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes and served chilled, this macaroni salad is a creamy, flavorful masterpiece that elevates any table. Perfect for satisfying cravings and impressing guests, it’s a dish you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups macaroni pasta
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup celery, diced
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup carrot, shredded
- 2 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the dressing and toss to coat evenly.
Stir in diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, shredded carrot, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. Mix gently to combine all ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add a little more salt, black pepper, or sugar to taste.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve chilled and enjoy your creamy, tangy Melt in Your Mouth Macaroni Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.9 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 665 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 3937 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.9 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1318 mg | 28% | |
*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.
