macaroni salad tips
A classic macaroni salad recipe with tips for the best flavor and texture.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Elbow Macaroni
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Celery Finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red Onion Finely diced
- 0.5 cup Sweet Pickle Relish
- 2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, celery, red onion, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the bowl and stir to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For a creamier salad, add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt. You can also add chopped hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.