If you’re looking for a satisfying pasta salad you can serve for any occasion, look no further than this recipe. This creamy macaroni pasta salad is a delicious, crowd-pleasing side dish that is perfect for large gatherings.
Creamy Macaroni Pasta Salad Recipe
A luxurious Creamy Macaroni Pasta Salad recipe which pairs macaroni pasta and vegetables with a decadent creamy sauce.
Ingredients
For the pasta salad
- 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni, dried
- 1/4 cup Red Onion, finely diced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
- 2 Celery Stalks, finely chopped
- Fresh Parsley, for garnish
Homemade sauce
- ½ cup Sour Cream
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 2 teaspoons Red Wine Vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Pour water into a large pot and bring it to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook it until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, pour cold water into a bowl, add the onions and leave for 5 minutes, then drain them.
- Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sour cream, red wine vinegar, black pepper, and salt to a serving bowl.
- Whisk well and incorporate the cooked pasta, onions, celery stalks, and red bell peppers to the same bowl. Add more salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve your creamy macaroni pasta salad immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Feel free to add relish or pickled vegetables to this side dish.
- You can also add boiled eggs, shredded chicken, or diced ham to enhance the flavor and texture of your creamy macaroni pasta salad.
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 118mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1130IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg
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