Description
A creamy and crunchy macaroni salad that captures the essence of Southern hospitality, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Allow it to boil until tender, then drain and rinse it under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the chopped vegetables—celery, red onion, green bell pepper, and carrots.
- Mix together the mayonnaise with salt and pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
This salad can be made a day ahead as the flavors improve over time. Can add pickles or cheese for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg