Description
This Southern macaroni salad is more than just a side dish, it’s a recipe rooted in tradition. A creamy, tangy classic that brings the comfort of Southern summers to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni pasta (uncooked)
- 3 eggs, boiled and sliced into chunks
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1/2 cup chopped red onions
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step: Cook the pasta in accordance with the instructions on the package.
- Step: Rinse the pasta in cold water and dry completely.
- Step: Add the pasta to your serving bowl along with the remaining ingredients. Stir to combine.
- Step: Chill for a minimum of 1 hour. A few hours is optimal.
Notes
For finely diced ingredients, use a food processor for the eggs and vegetables. You can substitute sour cream or plain Greek yogurt for the mayonnaise. To add a pop of color, sprinkle paprika throughout the salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
Keywords: Southern macaroni salad, creamy pasta salad, Southern side dish, traditional macaroni salad