Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

By: Kristen Yard

Nothing says summer like biting into a yummy forkful of macaroni salad! It’s a classic for a reason!

Classic Macaroni Salad

 Macaroni salad is my family’s favorite summer side dish. You can’t go wrong with pasta salad recipes!

Can You Make Macaroni Salad with Food Allergies? 

Yes! Depending on the food allergy, you can make an easy pasta salad to meet those needs! There are many different versions of gluten free, egg free, dairy free, and corn free pasta noodles. You could also use zoodles (zucchini noodles) in place of pasta for a fun macaroni alternative!

There are also many different vegan mayonnaise products that will help you if you have an egg allergy (and then just opt out of adding the hard-boiled egg to this recipe). 

Thanks to so many awesome dietary options, where there’s a will for a simple macaroni salad recipe, there’s a way! 

Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

Pasta salad is so colorful! It makes the perfect centerpiece for a BBQ!

The Best Macaroni Salad Recipe

Serves 16-20
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 10 min

Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

Make sure that you keep your macaroni salad refrigerated.

Ingredients:

  • 1 box (16 oz) elbow macaroni
  • ? cup red onion, finely diced
  • ¾ cup or ½ red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup (2 stalks) celery, diced
  • ¾ cup matchstick carrots, chopped
  • ¾ cup frozen peas
  • 2 large eggs, hard boiled
Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

I love using fresh veggies from my garden, or the farmer’s market, to make pasta salad!

Dressing:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise, regular or light
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

Instructions:

  • Start by boiling the pasta according to directions on box to al dente.
  • Then, while the pasta is cooking, cut vegetables and eggs.
Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

Using a rainbow of fresh veggies is the secret to making the best pasta salad!

  • Add to a large bowl.
  • When the pasta is done, rinse thoroughly in cold water.
  • Next, add to a large bowl.
Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

Pasta salad recipes are great to make with kids! You don’t have to worry about them burning themselves, and they get to stir in all sorts of fun ingredients.

  • In a small bowl, combine ingredients for dressing until smooth.
Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

The dressing is the best part of a good macaroni salad recipe!

  • Pour over pasta mixture and mix to coat well.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Store leftovers in refrigerator.

Yield: 16-20

Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

A summer BBQ just isn't complete without this classic macaroni salad recipe! It is so easy and delicious!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 box (16 oz) elbow macaroni
  • ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
  • ¾ cup or ½ red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup (2 stalks) celery, diced
  • ¾ cup matchstick carrots, chopped
  • ¾ cup frozen peas
  • 2 large eggs, hard boiled
  • For the Dressing:
  • 1 cup mayonnaise, regular or light
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

    1. Boil pasta according to directions on box to al dente.
    2. While pasta is cooking, cut vegetables and eggs.
    3. Add to a large bowl.
    4. When pasta is done, rinse thoroughly in cold water.
    5. Add to large bowl.
    6. In a small bowl, combine ingredients for dressing until smooth.
    7. Pour over pasta mixture and mix to coat well.
    8. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
    9. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
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