Description
A classic Southern dish that brings together family and friends with its creamy texture and vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cubed cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until just al dente. Drain and let cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, diced bell peppers, diced celery, shredded carrots, and cubed cheese.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, whisking until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture, gently combining until everything is coated.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to marry.
Notes
Store any uneaten salad in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to three days to preserve freshness.
- 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: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg