All-American Macaroni Salad Recipe

All-American Macaroni Salad Recipe

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Absolutely no cookout is complete without macaroni salad. This simple summer side is the perfect pairing for grilled food.

Prep Time

10

minutes

Cook Time

8

minutes

Servings

6

Servings

Total time: 18 minutes

• 1 cup macaroni
• 1/2 bell pepper, diced (about 1/2 cup)
• 2 scallions, sliced thin (about 1/4 cup)
• 1/4 cup shredded carrot
• 1-2 stalks celery, diced (1/2 cup)
• 5 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• salt and pepper, to taste

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil, Cook 1 cup macaroni to al dente, according to package directions. Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together cooked macaroni, 1/2 cup diced bell pepper, 2 sliced scallions, 1/4 cup shredded carrot, and 1/2 cup diced celery.
3. Add 5 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons yellow mustard, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, salt, and pepper to bowl. Combine well.
4. Cover macaroni salad and allow to chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Calories per Serving	158
Total Fat	9.7 g
Saturated Fat	1.4 g
Trans Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol	4.7 mg

Total Carbohydrates	15.1 g
Dietary Fiber	1.2 g
Total Sugars	1.7 g
Sodium	138.9 mg
Protein	2.6 g

The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.