Description
Easy Macaroni Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together the perfect balance of creamy texture and crunchy vegetables. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or family gatherings, this classic salad offers a burst of flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow pasta
- 1/3 cup minced red onion
- 1 celery rib, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add salt and elbow pasta; cook until al dente (6 to 8 minutes).
- Drain and Rinse: Drain pasta in a colander and rinse with cold water until cool. Leave some moisture on the pasta.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix pasta with red onion, celery, parsley, lemon juice, mustard, garlic powder, and cayenne; stir well.
- Add Mayonnaise: Incorporate mayonnaise into the mixture until fully combined. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg