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Classic Creamy Macaroni Salad: 7 Steps to the Ultimate Potluck Dish


  • Author: katarina
  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

A timeless, crowd-pleasing pasta salad featuring a tangy mayonnaise-based dressing, crisp vegetables, and perfectly cooked al dente macaroni.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs

Instructions

  1. Boil pasta
  2. Cool pasta
  3. Whisk dressing ingredients
  4. Combine pasta, veggies, and dressing
  5. Refrigerate for 2 hours

Notes

High-impact flavor, perfect for meal prep, budget-friendly, and universally liked.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320 kcal