A classic Old Fashioned Macaroni Salad with creamy dressing, tender pasta, crisp vegetables, and a hint of tangy pickles, perfect for family meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
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2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/3 cup finely diced red onion
1/4 cup grated carrot
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil salted water and cook macaroni until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Ensure pasta is fully drained.
- Whisk mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add pasta, celery, onion, carrot, eggs, and relish; fold gently.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Stir before serving; add extra mayonnaise if needed and garnish with parsley.