Spam Macaroni Summer Salad
Elevate your summer picnics and barbecues with this irresistible Spam Macaroni Summer Salad! This vibrant recipe combines tender elbow macaroni and crispy, golden-brown cubes of Spam with a medley of fresh, crunchy veggies like celery, red bell pepper, and sweet peas. The creamy dressing, made with mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice, ties everything together with a tangy twist. Finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley, this chilled pasta salad is a delicious, make-ahead side dish that's perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it's a retro-inspired favorite that's sure to delight your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 can Spam (diced into small cubes)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.5 red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside to cool completely.
While the pasta cools, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the diced Spam. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the Spam is lightly browned. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
Add the diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and thawed peas to the dressing. Stir to coat the vegetables evenly.
Fold the cooled macaroni and browned Spam into the salad mixture. Mix gently to avoid breaking the pasta.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Garnish the salad with chopped fresh parsley. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled. Enjoy your Spam Macaroni Summer Salad as a side dish or a light main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4058 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 295.3 g | 379% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.3 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 531 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 6860 mg | 298% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.7 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.9 g | ||
| Protein | 89.9 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1651 mg | 35% | |
*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.
