Best 9 Macaroni And Cheese Pea Salad Recipes

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Macaroni and cheese pea salad is a delightful combination of classic flavors and textures that offers a refreshing twist to the traditional macaroni salad. With its tender macaroni, flavorful cheese, vibrant peas, and a tangy dressing, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next picnic, potluck, or summer gathering. With a variety of ingredients and preparation techniques to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that perfectly suits your taste.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MACARONI SALAD WITH PEAS



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I love macaroni salad, but wanted something a bit lighter. I looked through a lot of recipes and combined the best of all, and added my special touch--this was a big hit even among folks who don't normally like macaroni salads. The peas are the real surprise.

Provided by CACOOK

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
4 whole green onions, thinly sliced
2 stalks celery, diced
½ large red bell pepper, diced
⅓ cup frozen petite peas, thawed
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley, or to taste
⅓ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sour cream, or more to taste
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons dry mustard
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain, rinse, and transfer to a bowl.
  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, salt, and pepper for dressing in a small bowl; mix well. Pour over pasta.
  • Add dressing, green onions, celery, bell pepper, peas, and parsley to the pasta. Mix until well combined.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 93.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

MACARONI AND CHEESE PEA SALAD



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Made from boxed macaroni&cheese dinner. The cheese/macaroni mixture gives this a unique twist to typical macaroni salad. I've never made it from homemade cheese & macaroni, but I imagine it would work fine. Sometimes I use leftover macaroni & cheese dinner and adjust the rest of the ingredients accordingly. This is one of our quick and easy family favorites. Enjoy!!

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (7 ounce) box macaroni & cheese dinner mix (we use Kraft brand, but store brands are fine also)
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/4 cup milk
1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
3 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
1/2 cup celery (chopped)
1/3 cup onion (chopped)
2 green onions (chopped)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt and pepper (to taste)
1 teaspoon dried dill (you can substitute with your favorite cold salad seasoning.)

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni & cheese dinner per box directions; cool. (If you're using leftover macaroni, adjust the remaining ingredients accordingly).
  • Add chopped eggs, celery, onion, green onion to cooled macaroni & cheese.
  • Stir in mayonnaise and seasonings.
  • Gently stir in thawed peas and season to taste.
  • As with all salads, season to taste.

PEAS AND PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 23m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound cavatappi pasta
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 (15-ounce) jar salad dressing (recommended: Miracle Whip)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
10 ounces frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in salted boiling water as directed on box for al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and place the cooked pasta in a large bowl filled with ice water to stop the pasta from over cooking. Stir until the pasta is cool, then drain in a colander shaking to release as much water as possible.
  • To make the dressing: In a large bowl mix the red onion, salad dressing, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar. Taste and then season with a pinch of salt and grind or two of pepper. Add the pasta and completely coat with the dressing. Add in the peas, cheese, and bacon. Cook's Note: If making ahead, cover and refrigerate the salad until ready to serve, then add the bacon right before serving.

QUICK MACARONI SALAD



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You can't go wrong with this time-tested winner. Here it is pared down for two.-Carma Blosser, Livermore, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1/3 cup frozen peas
1/3 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped celery
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon diced pimientos
1 teaspoon finely chopped green pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding peas during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse in cold water. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir in macaroni and peas. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

PEA AND CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Pea and Cheese Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pammyowl

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 27m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces ring pasta or 7 ounces elbow macaroni
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
8 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
3/4 cup salad dressing or 3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup onion, minced
1/2 cup baby dill pickle, minced (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta per package directions , making sure not to overcook. Place the peas in the colander and drain the pasta right over the top of the peas, this will cook the peas to a crisp tender doneness. Cool and lightly stir in the rest of the ingredients.
  • Chill at least two hours or overnight and serve. You may need to add more salad dressing or mayo as the pasta tends to absorb it the longer you store it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 86.9, Sodium 850.4, Carbohydrate 70.2, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 13.6, Protein 30.7

MACARONI AND CHEESE SALAD



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The vinegar and cheese help to make this a unique macaroni salad.

Provided by Sally Dickson

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups macaroni
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup chopped celery
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
8 cherry tomatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon Beau Monde ™ seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta and vinegar. Mix well and allow to sit 15-20 minutes.
  • Add cheese, peppers, celery, green onions, tomatoes, mayonnaise and seasonings. Mix well and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 35.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 354.2 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

MY MAMA'S MACARONI SALAD WITH CHEESE AND PEAS



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My Mom's Hawaiian Macaroni Salad with Cheese and Peas is the best! It's rich, creamy, tangy and out of control addicting!

Provided by grilledcheesesocial

Categories     pasta     Salad

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb macaroni noodles
1 8 ounce block sharp cheddar (cut into small cubes)
1 small sweet onion (finely diced)
3 stalks celery (finely diced)
1 cup mayo (Duke's is best!)
3 tbsp Garlic Expressions Vinaigrette (or your favorite Italian dressing)
3 tbsp Sweet Pickle Relish (such as Wickle's Pickles Relish)
1 tsp hot sauce (Frank's is our favorite)
1 tsp dijon
1/4 tsp celery salt
salt
2 cups Peas (frozen or defrosted will work)
pepper

Steps:

  • Begin by boiling a giant pot of salted water. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, dice up onion, celery and cheddar cheese and set aside.
  • Make the dressing. Mix together mayonnaise, italian dressing (garlic expressions), sweet pickle relish, hot sauce, mustard and celery salt.
  • Once the macaroni is cooked, strain it and rinse it with cold water. Immediately mix the warm pasta with the frozen peas. Doing so will help the pasta cool down while the peas thaw out.
  • Next, add the chopped vegetables and cheese to the pasta and pea mixture. Then add the sauce and stir everything together. Season with salt and pepper then cover with plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before eating.

PEA 'N' CHEESE SALAD



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Radish slices add color and crunch to this fresh-tasting English pea salad. I often serve it in a bowl lined with romaine leaves, then garnish it with radish roses. -Inez Orsburn, DeMotte, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups frozen peas (about 16 ounces), thawed
1 cup chopped celery
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes or 1 jar (2 ounces) pimientos, drained
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, relish and seasonings. Stir into pea mixture. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 27g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

MACARONI SALAD WITH PEAS AND HAM



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Categories     Salad     Pasta     Side     Freeze/Chill     Fourth of July     Picnic     Super Bowl     Graduation     Backyard BBQ     Ham     Celery     Pea     Bell Pepper     Summer     Tailgating     Potluck     Noodle     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 pound large elbow macaroni
1 6-ounce piece of ham, cut into 1/3-inch cubes (about 3/4 cup)
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3/4 cup frozen petite peas, thawed
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped shallots
1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well. Place macaroni in large bowl. Add ham, bell pepper, peas, celery, shallots and parsley. Whisk vinegar, lemon juice and mustard in small bowl to blend; whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Toss salad with dressing. Cover; chill at least 2 and up to 6 hours, tossing occasionally. Serve salad cold or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing will make a big difference in the taste of your salad.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente: You don't want the pasta to be mushy, so cook it just until it's tender.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
  • Add some protein: If you want a more filling salad, add some cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Make it ahead of time: This salad can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time, so it's perfect for potlucks or picnics.

Conclusion:

Macaroni and cheese pea salad is a classic summer side dish that's always a hit at potlucks and picnics. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and delicious salad, give macaroni and cheese pea salad a try.

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