DishkinDishkin
Back
Classic American Macaroni Salad
25 mintime
Easydifficulty
6Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
650 kcalCalories
18 gProtein
70 gCarbs
35 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic American Macaroni Salad

Traditional dish · American

A quintessential creamy and tangy macaroni salad, perfect for picnics and potlucks. This classic version features tender elbow macaroni, crisp vegetables, and a rich, mayonnaise-based dressing.

Ingredients

Servings6
  • Elbow macaroni1 pound
  • Mayonnaise1.5 cups
  • Celery3 stalks, finely chopped
  • Red onion1/2 cup, finely chopped
  • Green bell pepper1/2 cup, finely chopped
  • Hard-boiled eggs4, chopped
  • Sweet pickle relish1/4 cup
  • Dijon mustard1 tablespoon
  • Apple cider vinegar1 tablespoon
  • Salt1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

  1. 1

    Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar.

  3. 3

    Add the cooked macaroni, chopped celery, red onion, green bell pepper, chopped hard-boiled eggs, salt, and pepper to the bowl.

  4. 4

    Gently stir to combine all ingredients evenly.

  5. 5

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.

  6. 6

    Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Rate this recipe

Choose 1 to 5 stars. Each recipe can be rated once.

No ratings yet.

Share this recipe

Similar recipes

You may also like these Dishkin recipes.

Quick Chicken Caesar Salad
70% authentic

Quick Chicken Caesar Salad

A simplified version of the classic, using pre-cooked chicken and a store-bought Caesar dressing for a faster meal, while still retaining the essential flavors.

15 min 550 kcal

Romaine lettuce, pre-chopped · Cooked chicken (rotisserie or grilled) · Store-bought croutons · Store-bought Caesar dressing

Classic Chicken Caesar Salad
Traditional dish

Classic Chicken Caesar Salad

A timeless classic featuring crisp romaine lettuce, grilled chicken breast, crunchy croutons, and a creamy, tangy Caesar dressing made with anchovies, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.

30 min 750 kcal

Romaine lettuce · Boneless, skinless chicken breast · Garlic · Anchovy fillets

Kansas City Style Smoked Ribs
Traditional dish

Kansas City Style Smoked Ribs

Kansas City style ribs are known for their thick, sweet, and spicy tomato-based sauce, often applied towards the end of the smoking process. This recipe emphasizes a long, slow smoke for deep flavor.

300 min 700 kcal

Pork spare ribs · Brown sugar · Sweet paprika · Garlic powder

Classic St. Louis Style BBQ Ribs
Traditional dish

Classic St. Louis Style BBQ Ribs

Tender pork spare ribs coated in a smoky, sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce, slow-cooked to perfection. This recipe focuses on a dry rub and a classic homemade sauce for authentic flavor.

240 min 750 kcal

Pork spare ribs · Brown sugar · Paprika · Garlic powder