Enjoy a delicious and creamy Classic American Macaroni Salad at your next barbecue or picnic. This traditional recipe features tender macaroni pasta, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing that will satisfy your taste buds. It's the perfect side dish for any summer gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked macaroni, diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Macaroni salad is a popular dish in American cuisine, often served at picnics, barbecues, and potlucks.
The combination of creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and tender pasta makes macaroni salad a versatile and satisfying side dish.
You can customize this recipe by adding ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, pickles, or bacon for extra flavor.