Description
This Easy Macaroni Salad is the quintessential side dish for any summer gathering, picnic, or family BBQ. It’s a delightful blend of elbow macaroni, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing that creates a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 6 oz cheddar cheese (cubed)
- 1/2 red onion (minced)
- 4 celery stalks (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; rinse under cold water and drain.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, red onion, celery, bell pepper, and peas.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, dill, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg