A bold twist on the classic macaroni salad, packed with creamy dressing and crisp veggies, perfect for summer barbecues.
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Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:85 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Mixing and Chilling
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni. Start by boiling a pot of salted water. Once it’s at a rolling boil, toss in the elbow macaroni and cook until it’s al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Whisk together the dressing in a large mixing bowl, combining mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Add the vegetables, stirring in the diced red onion, celery, red bell pepper, and chopped fresh parsley until evenly coated.
Combine the cooled macaroni with the dressing and vegetables, mixing gently until each piece is coated.
Chill the salad, covering and refrigerating for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
Serve and enjoy this vibrant dish with your favorite summer meals.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce. It can be made a day ahead for enhanced taste.