Macaroni Salad Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 8 minutes
⏰ Total Time: 28 minutes
🥗 Servings: 10
Description:
This Macaroni Salad recipe from lovewithrecipes.com is a delightful addition to any lunch or snack spread. Packed with vegetables and tossed in a creamy dressing, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and perfect for potlucks or quick meals. With just a few simple ingredients and less than 30 minutes of total preparation time, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying dish.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups macaroni
- 3 carrots, grated
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 green pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons water
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 394.2
- Fat Content: 5.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 18.2mg
- Sodium Content: 86.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 76.3g
- Fiber Content: 2.3g
- Sugar Content: 41.8g
- Protein Content: 10.5g
Instructions:
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Cook Macaroni: Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Transfer the cooked macaroni to a large mixing bowl.
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Add Vegetables: Add the grated carrots, finely chopped onion, and diced green pepper to the bowl with the macaroni. Gently toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly distributed.
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Prepare Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, mayonnaise, and water until the sugar is completely dissolved and the dressing is smooth and creamy.
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Combine and Chill: Pour the dressing over the macaroni and vegetable mixture. Using a spatula, gently fold everything together until the macaroni and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the macaroni salad overnight to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
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Serve: Before serving, give the macaroni salad a quick stir to recombine the ingredients. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tips:
- For added flavor and texture, you can customize this macaroni salad by incorporating other vegetables such as celery, peas, or bell peppers.
- To make this recipe even quicker, you can use pre-shredded carrots and pre-diced onions from the grocery store.
- If you prefer a tangier dressing, you can adjust the amount of vinegar to suit your taste.
- This macaroni salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just give it a good stir before serving.
Keywords:
Vegetable, Potluck, < 30 Mins, Refrigerator, Stove Top, Easy
