Classic Macaroni Salad
105
- Prep Time15 mins
- Total Time25 mins
- Makes12 servings
Celery adds crunch and pimento peppers add kick to this crowd-pleasing pasta salad.
Ingredients
4 cups elbow macaroni pasta
1 small onion, finely diced
1/2 cup cider vinegar
3 tbsp granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp salt
3 stalks celery, finely diced
1 225-mL jar chopped pimento peppers, drained
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
3/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
COOL pasta following package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
STIR onion, vinegar, sugar and salt in a large bowl. Let stand for 10 min to pickle. Add celery, pimentos, mayo and pepper. Stir in macaroni until combined.
SERVE right away or cover and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hr.
Variation: Add 1 1/2 cups of finely cubed cheddar for a cheeky twist on mac and cheese.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 322, Protein 6g, Carbohydrates 32g, Fat 19g, Fibre 2g, Sodium 539mg.
Excellent source of folate.
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