Description
Discover the deliciousness of Guy Fieri’s Macaroni Salad, a creamy and flavorful side dish that elevates any meal. With its tangy Dijon mustard, crisp bell peppers, and a hint of sweetness from sugar and relish, this salad is a crowd-pleaser at summer picnics, potlucks, or family gatherings. It’s easy to prepare, customizable with your favorite veggies or proteins, and tastes even better after chilling in the refrigerator. This macaroni salad isn’t just another side dish—it’s sure to become a staple on your dining table!
Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
- 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Add the cooled macaroni to the dressing and stir to coat evenly.
- Fold in bell peppers, celery, green onions, sweet pickle relish, and hard-boiled eggs if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg