Description
This Classic Macaroni Salad Luscious is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any gathering! Featuring creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and tender pasta, it strikes the ideal balance of flavors and textures. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or a barbecue, this quick and easy recipe will leave your guests asking for more. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize based on your preferences!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup grated carrots
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in diced celery, red onion, and grated carrots into the dressing mixture.
- Combine cooled macaroni with the vegetable-dressing mixture until evenly mixed.
- Chill for at least 1-2 hours before serving; stir gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg