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Classic Macaroni Salad recipe
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5 from 2 votes

Classic Macaroni Salad

This old fashioned macaroni salad recipe is loaded with that creamy and deliciously tangy flavor you grew up with in every bite.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16
Calories: 269kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 ½ cups mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 medium sweet onion (chopped)
  • 3 ribs celery (chopped)
  • 1 cups peas
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt (plus more for pasta)
  • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions.
  • While pasta is cooking prepare the remaining ingredients and stir together in a large bowl.
  • When the noodles are tender drain them from the pot and rinse under cold water until cooled.
  • Combine cooled pasta with remaining ingredients and mix well to combine. 
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 396mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Vitamin C: 4.4mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.6mg