Macaroni Salad with a Twist

Macaroni Salad

Macaroni Salad with a Twist

Macaroni Salad with a Twist
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 28 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    128

Elevate your macaroni salad game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe! A delightful twist on the classic, this salad boasts a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and sweet, with a satisfying crunch from fresh vegetables and savory ham. Perfect to make a day ahead, this dish allows the flavors to meld together, creating an unforgettable culinary experience.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    64 g
  • Cholesterol
    44 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    18 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    1416 mg
  • Sugar
    20 g
  • Fat
    29 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.

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Recipe View Drain pasta thoroughly, but do not rinse. Let stand for 5 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.

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03 Step

Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined. This is your dressing.

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04 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the chopped onion, celery, bell pepper, carrots, and diced ham.

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05 Step

Recipe View Pour the dressing over the vegetable and ham mixture, stirring gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

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06 Step

Recipe View Add the cooked pasta to the bowl and toss gently until all ingredients are well combined and coated in the dressing.

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07 Step

Recipe View Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of celery seed or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables, such as red bell pepper or cucumber, based on your preferences.
If you prefer a tangier salad, increase the amount of vinegar to taste.
Make sure you do not rinse the pasta; the starch on the outside will help the dressing stick to it

Francisca Cormier

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 42 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Lisa Mclaughlin

    Mar 4, 2025

    So good! I added some dill pickle relish for extra tang!

  • Domenic King

    Feb 2, 2025

    The tip about chilling it overnight is key – the flavors really come together.

  • Kaitlyn Gottlieb

    Jan 12, 2025

    I've made this for several potlucks, and it's always the first dish to disappear!

  • Gino Hartmann

    Jan 31, 2024

    This recipe is a winner! The perfect balance of sweet and tangy.

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