Classic Macaroni Salad

Classic Macaroni Salad

Side Dish
35 min
397 kcal / serving

Enjoy the nostalgic flavors of Classic Macaroni Salad. A staple at potlucks in the South, this pasta salad recipe is an easy and filling side dish! Get the full printable recipe here: https://southernbite.com/macaroni-salad-and-my-childhood-fears-of-the-potluck/ 👉 Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more delicious recipes and kitchen tips from the Southern Bite kitchen. I’m grateful for your support because it helps us bring more great content your way! SUBSCRIBE ►@southernbite Order my COOKBOOK Here: https://southernbite.com/cookbook/ Connect with Us: Visit our website: Southernbite.com Follow us on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/southernbite/ Like us on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/southernbite Follow us on Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/southernbite/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southernbite Subscribe to our mailing list: https://southernbite.com/subscribe/

Ingredients

  • 3 cupsuncooked elbow macaroni
  • ½ mediumred onion, finely diced (finely diced; about 1 cup)
  • 1rib celery (finely diced; about 1/3 cup)
  • ½green bell pepper (finely diced; about 1/3 cup)
  • 1 cupmayo (like duke's)
  • 1 tablespoonyellow mustard
  • 3 tablespoonswhite vinegar
  • ½ teaspoonblack pepper
  • 2 teaspoonswhite sugar
  • 1 teaspoonsalt
  • ½ teaspoongranulated garlic
  • ½ teaspoononion powder

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook macaroni according to package directions using salted water. Drain and run cool water over the pasta until it is cooled.

  2. 2

    In another bowl stir together mayo, mustard, vinegar, pepper, sugar, salt, garlic, and onion powder. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Mix well.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, add the pasta and about half of the dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate the pasta and remaining dressing for at least 2 hours.

  4. 4

    When ready to serve, add remaining dressing and toss to coat. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.