Macaroni Salad
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Macaroni Salad

Creamy pasta salad with celery, onions, and sweet pickle relish - essential for any Southern cookout.

30 min
10 servings
SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

10m

Servings

10

Difficulty

Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving ยท estimated

Calories

325

Protein

8 g

Carbs

36 g

Fat

17 g

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Ingredients

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  • 1 lb elbow macaroni
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • Paprika for garnish

Instructions

1

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.

2

Whisk together mayo, mustard, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper.

3

In large bowl, combine cooled macaroni, celery, onion, relish, and eggs.

4

Pour dressing over and stir gently to combine.

5

Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

6

Stir before serving and sprinkle with paprika.

7

Adjust seasoning if needed after chilling.

Chef's Comfy Tip

Make this the day before - the flavors improve overnight as the pasta absorbs the dressing!

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