Description
A delightful Macaroni Salad with Pickles recipe that is creamy, tangy, and perfect for any occasion. This classic American dish is a crowd-pleaser with a flavorful twist.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and cooled
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon pickle juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-Ins:
- 3/4 cup chopped dill pickles
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: Add cooled macaroni, chopped pickles, red onion, celery, and eggs (if using). Mix well to coat everything in the dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors. Sprinkle with fresh dill or parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- This salad is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a BBQ side dish.
- For extra tang, consider adding pickle relish or chopped sweet pickles.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook (after pasta is cooked)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
