Name: Old Fashioned Classic Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups elbow macaroni; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1-2 teaspoons sweet pickle juice; 1/2 sweet onion (finely chopped); 3 celery ribs (finely chopped); 1/8 cup sweet pickles (finely chopped); 2 hard-cooked eggs (chopped); 1/8 cup fresh chives (chopped); Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup pasta cooking water

Description

Old Fashioned Classic Macaroni Salad is a nostalgic dish that brings comfort to any gathering. With its creamy dressing and crunchy vegetables, this salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a side at family dinners. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this easy-to-make recipe that’s sure to please everyone. Customize it with your favorite veggies or serve it alongside grilled chicken for a satisfying meal. Enjoy it chilled for the best flavor, and watch as this classic dish becomes a household favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups elbow macaroni
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1–2 teaspoons sweet pickle juice
1/2 sweet onion (finely chopped)
3 celery ribs (finely chopped)
1/8 cup sweet pickles (finely chopped)
2 hard-cooked eggs (chopped)
1/8 cup fresh chives (chopped)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup pasta cooking water

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions until tender. Reserve some pasta cooking water before draining.
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, sweet pickle juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Add finely chopped onion, celery, and sweet pickles to the dressing mixture. Gently fold in the cooked macaroni along with about 1/2 cup of reserved pasta cooking water.
Finally, mix in chopped hard-cooked eggs and fresh chives until everything is well combined.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Boiling/Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added crunch and nutrition, consider adding bell peppers or peas. Adjust seasonings according to your taste preferences. This salad tastes even better after chilling overnight!