Description
This Savory Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad is a vibrant medley of textures and tastes that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a casual dinner at home, this dish is packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup diced pickles
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 4 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of yellow mustard, and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- To the dressing, add 1 cup of diced pickles, 1/2 cup of finely chopped red onion, 1 cup of diced bell peppers, 1/2 cup of chopped celery, and 4 hard-boiled eggs (chopped). Stir gently to combine.
- Add the cooled macaroni to the dressing mixture. Gently fold everything together until the pasta is well coated with the dressing.
- Sprinkle in salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Mix well and taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Give the salad a good stir before serving. Garnish with additional paprika or chopped herbs for a fresh touch.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Adding a splash of pickle juice to the dressing can enhance the tanginess. This salad is perfect for making ahead of time, and the flavors only get better as it sits.