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Classic creamy macaroni salad in a white bowl garnished with paprika
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Classic Macaroni Salad

This classic creamy macaroni salad is made with tender elbow macaroni, a tangy mayonnaise-mustard dressing, crunchy celery, red onion, sweet pickle relish, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. It's the perfect make-ahead side dish for summer barbecues, potlucks, picnics, and holiday gatherings
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 3 stalks celery diced
  • ½ medium red onion finely diced
  • ¼ cup sweet pickle relish
  • 3 large hard-boiled eggs peeled and chopped

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente (about 7–8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, and paprika until smooth.
  3. Add diced celery, red onion, sweet pickle relish, and chopped hard-boiled eggs to the pasta. Toss gently.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and fold until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  6. Stir before serving. Adjust seasoning and add extra mayonnaise if needed. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika.
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