American Macaroni Salad
This classic American Macaroni Salad is a creamy and flavorful dish, perfect for picnics, potlucks, and summer barbecues. With a delightful combination of elbow macaroni, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing, it is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 large tomato, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated onion
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil the elbow macaroni according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped celery, grated onion, parsley, and optional chopped tomato.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with vegetables. Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg