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 mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16
Calories: 269kcal
- 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
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.
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