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Best Macaroni Salad

A creamy, colorful macaroni salad filled with fresh veggies and a tangy dressing, perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Macaroni pasta Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup Diced bell peppers For freshness and crunch.
  • 1 cup Diced celery Adds crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Diced red onions For flavor.
  • 3 large Hard-boiled eggs Chopped.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Base for the dressing.
  • 1 tbsp Mustard For tanginess.
  • 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar Adds acidity.
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, diced vegetables, and chopped hard-boiled eggs.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Notes

Letting the salad chill allows flavors to blend. Use fresh veggies for extra crunch. Can be made ahead of time and tastes better the next day.