This easy macaroni salad recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Macaroni Salad
This easy macaroni salad recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- ml macaroni 3 cups
- carrots
- stalks of celery
- red pepper
- ml jar of small sweet pickles
- green onions
- m ham cut to cubes
- ml cheddar, cubed 1 1/2 cups
- For the dressing:
- ml mayonnaise 2/3 cup
- ml Italian or French vinaigrette 2 tbsp.
- ml mustard 2 tbsp.
- ml ) garlic powder
- Preperation
- In a pot of boiling salted water cook the pasta al dente. Drain. Rinse with cold water, drain again and let cool.
- Grate the carrots. Dice celery & bell pepper. Drain the pickles, taking care to reserve 30 ml of the pickle preservation liquid. Cut the pickles into rings and chop the green onions. 2 tablespoons
- In a bowl whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients with the reserved pickle liquid.
- Place the pasta in a salad bowl. Add vegetables ham, cheese and dressing. Mix well.
- Enjoy !
Tips for the Best Macaroni Salad
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking macaroni salad.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.