Quickaroni Salad
Creamy, colorful, and delightfully easy to make, Quickaroni Salad is the perfect side dish for picnics, potlucks, or weekday meals! This classic macaroni salad recipe features tender elbow pasta tossed with a rich and tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, a hint of Dijon mustard, and optional Greek yogurt for a zesty twist. Crunchy celery, sweet red bell peppers, shredded carrots, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add texture and vibrant flavor, while optional hard-boiled eggs lend a touch of hearty protein. Ready in just 25 minutes and chilled to perfection, Quickaroni Salad strikes the perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, and refreshing—your go-to pasta salad for any occasion. Keywords: macaroni salad recipe, creamy pasta salad, quick side dish, classic picnic salad, easy potluck recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (optional for tanginess)
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced or chopped (optional)
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), dijon mustard, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth and well blended.
Add the cooled macaroni, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, shredded carrots, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
If using hard-boiled eggs, fold them in carefully at this stage to avoid breaking them apart too much.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled as a side dish or on its own. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.0 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 611 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 2409 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.0 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 52.5 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1078 mg | 23% | |
*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.
