This Macaroni Salad Recipe Is Highly Nutritious And Easy To Prepare

macaroni salad recipe There are so many meals you can make from Macaroni and Macaroni Salad is one of them. This meal is simple to prepare and as diverse as you want it to be, it is a great classic pasta salad.

It is also low in fat and calories so don’t feel guilty while consuming all that mayonnaise and yogurt dressing.

Here’s how to prepare Macaroni Salad in less than 30 minutes using this recipe from the Food Network.

Ingredients

2 cups dry elbow macaroni, cooked, rinsed, and drained
1/3 cup diced celery
1/4 cup minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes, drained
1 tablespoon minced flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup diced vine-ripened tomato (optional)
1/2 cup prepared mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

In a large bowl combine the macaroni, celery, onion, parsley, and tomato, if using. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, sour cream and salt. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve. Store covered in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days.

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