Description
Guy Fieri’s Rockin’ Macaroni Salad is the ultimate summer side dish that brings a burst of flavor to any gathering. Creamy and loaded with fresh veggies, this macaroni salad stands out with its rich dressing made from mayonnaise and sour cream, enhanced with a hint of Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar. It’s not just quick to prepare—taking only 30 minutes—but it’s also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite ingredients for a personal touch. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a casual family dinner, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cups red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 0.5 cups green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 0.5 cups red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cups celery, diced
- 0.25 cups dill pickles, diced
- 0.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cups green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar.
- Add in red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, celery, and dill pickles; stir well to combine.
- Fold in the cooled macaroni until evenly coated in dressing.
- Gently mix in shredded cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg