John Robinson
@johnro
Classic Macaroni Salad
This Classic Macaroni Salad is a delightful blend of creamy mayonnaise, crunchy vegetables, and hard-boiled eggs, making it a perfect side dish for picnics, barbecues, and family gatherings. It's easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy this refreshing and satisfying salad that everyone will love!
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:10
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings5
Ingredients
- 3 cups
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1/3
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 3/4 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 3
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Macaroni Salad.
Step 1
Start by assembling all the essential ingredients for your macaroni salad.
Step 2
In a spacious pot, bring lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 3
Toss in the elbow macaroni and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 8 minutes.
Step 4
Once cooked, drain the macaroni and give it a quick rinse under cold water to cool it down, then drain again to remove excess moisture.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, blend together the creamy mayonnaise, finely minced onion, fresh chopped parsley, zesty yellow mustard, tangy rice vinegar, a sprinkle of sugar, celery seed, and a pinch of salt.
Step 6
Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 7
Now, gently fold in the cooled macaroni and diced hard-boiled eggs, ensuring everything is evenly coated with the luscious dressing.
Step 8
Cover the bowl and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes; this allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 9
When you're ready to serve, you'll be greeted with a delightful macaroni salad that's perfect for any gathering.
Step 10
Enjoy every bite!.