The Best Macaroni Salad

Discover how to create “The Best Macaroni Salad” with this foolproof recipe! Packed with creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, carrots, and the perfect blend of seasonings, this dish is a must-try for any gathering. Perfect as a side dish or a standalone meal, it’s versatile and delicious. Follow our step-by-step guide to impress your guests with the ultimate macaroni salad.

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Discover how to create “The Best Macaroni Salad” with this foolproof recipe! Packed with creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, carrots, and the perfect blend of seasonings, this dish is a must-try for any gathering. Perfect as a side dish or a standalone meal, it’s versatile and delicious. Follow our step-by-step guide to impress your guests with the ultimate macaroni salad.

Ingredients

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• 2 cupselbow macaroni, uncooked1 cupmayonnaise1/2 cupfinely chopped celery1/3 cupfinely chopped carrot1hard-boiled egg, chopped1/4 cupfinely minced onion2 tablespoonssweet relish3/4 teaspoondry ground mustard1/4 teaspoonsalt1/8 teaspoonground black pepper1dash paprika3 quartswater1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)
• 1 cupmayonnaise
• 1/2 cupfinely chopped celery1/3 cupfinely chopped carrot1hard-boiled egg, chopped1/4 cupfinely minced onion2 tablespoonssweet relish3/4 teaspoondry ground mustard1/4 teaspoonsalt1/8 teaspoonground black pepper1dash paprika3 quartswater1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)
• 1/3 cupfinely chopped carrot1hard-boiled egg, chopped1/4 cupfinely minced onion2 tablespoonssweet relish3/4 teaspoondry ground mustard1/4 teaspoonsalt1/8 teaspoonground black pepper1dash paprika3 quartswater1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)
• 1hard-boiled egg, chopped
• 1/4 cupfinely minced onion2 tablespoonssweet relish3/4 teaspoondry ground mustard1/4 teaspoonsalt1/8 teaspoonground black pepper1dash paprika3 quartswater1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)
• 2 tablespoonssweet relish3/4 teaspoondry ground mustard1/4 teaspoonsalt1/8 teaspoonground black pepper1dash paprika3 quartswater1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)
• 3/4 teaspoondry ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoonsalt1/8 teaspoonground black pepper1dash paprika3 quartswater1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)
• 1/8 teaspoonground black pepper1dash paprika3 quartswater1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)
• 1dash paprika
• 3 quartswater1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)
• 1 1/2 teaspoonssalt (for boiling water)

Instructions

1. Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil, add 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, then cook the macaroni for 6-8 minutes until al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain.In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, celery, carrot, egg, onion, relish, mustard, salt, and black pepper.Combine the macaroni with the mixture in a large bowl, ensuring even coating.Refrigerate, covered, allowing the flavors to meld together.Serve chilled, garnished with paprika.
2. In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, celery, carrot, egg, onion, relish, mustard, salt, and black pepper.Combine the macaroni with the mixture in a large bowl, ensuring even coating.Refrigerate, covered, allowing the flavors to meld together.Serve chilled, garnished with paprika.
3. Combine the macaroni with the mixture in a large bowl, ensuring even coating.Refrigerate, covered, allowing the flavors to meld together.Serve chilled, garnished with paprika.
4. Refrigerate, covered, allowing the flavors to meld together.Serve chilled, garnished with paprika.
5. Serve chilled, garnished with paprika.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for more crunch.Allow the salad to chill for at least one hour before serving for the best flavor.
Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for more crunch.
Allow the salad to chill for at least one hour before serving for the best flavor.

• Author: Chef Stella