Macaroni salad is a creamy, comforting side dish that’s great for picnics, barbecues, or quick meals. Here’s a classic and easy version you can make at home. 🥗
Ingredients
- 2 cups Macaroni (uncooked)
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Mustard
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup Celery (finely chopped)
- ¼ cup Red onion (finely chopped)
- ½ cup Carrot (grated)
- Salt and Black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped Parsley, boiled Egg, or Sweet pickle relish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta:
Boil the macaroni in salted water until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. - Prepare the dressing:
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. - Combine:
Add the cooled macaroni, celery, onion, and carrot to the dressing. Mix well until everything is coated. - Chill:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30–60 minutes so the flavors blend.
Tips for the best macaroni salad
- Let it chill longer for better flavor. ❄️
- Add a little extra mayonnaise if it looks dry after chilling.
- A small pinch of Sugar can balance the tanginess if you like a slightly sweet taste.
If you want, I can also show you 3 popular variations:
- Hawaiian macaroni salad
- Healthy yogurt macaroni salad
- Creamy chicken macaroni salad 🍗🥗
