Description
A flavorful macaroni salad inspired by Guy Fieri, packed with bold ingredients and a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step: Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Step: In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Step: Add cooked macaroni, red onion, celery, red bell pepper, and parsley to the bowl.
- Step: Toss until well coated.
- Step: Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add shredded cheddar cheese. Adjust vinegar and sugar to balance tanginess and sweetness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: creamy pasta salad, Guy Fieri macaroni salad, picnic side dish