Best 5 Macaroni And Cheese Salad Recipes
When it comes to macaroni and cheese salad, everyone seems to have their version of the best recipe. While the classic combination of macaroni, cheese, mayonnaise, and mustard is a favorite, many variations include additional ingredients such as vegetables, meat, or even fruit. The secret to the perfect macaroni and cheese salad is to find the right balance of flavors and textures, so it's important to experiment with different recipes until you find one that suits your taste.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
MACARONI AND CHEESE SALAD
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
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
MACARONI AND CHEESE PASTA SALAD
One of my co-workers shared this recipe with us when everybody raved over it. I use this as a fast-fix dinners, as it can be made from last night's macaroni and cheese, and prep time is under 15 minutes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the macaroni and cheese, peas, celery and onion. Combine the mayonnaise, celery salt and seed. Add to macaroni mixture; stir to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 562mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
MACARONI AND CHEESE PEA SALAD
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
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.
MEXICAN INSPIRED NO-MAYO MACARONI AND CHEESE SALAD
First this is a much healthier and lighter version of traditional mayo based macaroni salads. This is such a nice salad for summer BBQ's, pot-lucks, even just dinner with the family. It is not spicy, but has a slight Mexican flair. Sour cream, spices and chopped peppers make this a great salad. I actually have 2 versions of this. I have added some sliced black olives and used Monterey Jack cheese, but my favorite is no olives and a good sharp Cheddar. Serve this with some spicy grilled chicken, burgers, steaks, hot dogs, etc. It is just a nice side dish.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Healthy
Time 30m
Yield 4-8 , 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Dressing -- In a small bowl, add the salsa, sour cream, lime juice and zest, cilantro, cumin, pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate. NOTE: I start out with 1/2 cup salsa, and 6 tablespoons of sour cream. You can always add more once you dress the salad.
- Pasta -- Simply cook in good salted water according to package directions.
- Vegetables -- In a large bowl, add the chopped green and red pepper, onion and scallions.
- Toss -- Once the past is done, drain and this is one time where I actually rinse my pasta under cold water. Drain well. Add to the bowl with the vegetables and add the dressing and the cheese. Toss well. You can add a bit more sour cream and salsa if necessary. Taste for seasoning and add any more salt and pepper if needed. And remember - this is not a creamy mayo type of salad. This is a healthier light version so there is not as much dressing.
- Serve -- ENJOY!
MACARONI AND CHEESE SALAD
One of my favorite sides is mac & cheese salad. Goes with so many things. Good for picnics or potlucks. Very versatile.
Provided by Darlene Summers
Categories Cheese
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain well and chill cooked macaroni.
- Combine macaroni with celery, peas, carrots, cheese cubes and pimento's.
- Season to taste.
- Moisten with desired amount of Miracle Whip.
- Serve cold, garnished with olives.
Tips:
- Use a high-quality macaroni or pasta for the best flavor and texture.
- Cook the macaroni or pasta according to the package directions, but slightly undercook it so that it has a little bit of a bite to it.
- Use a creamy and flavorful cheese sauce. You can use a store-bought cheese sauce or make your own from scratch.
- Add in your favorite mix-ins, such as cooked bacon, diced ham, chopped celery, or shredded vegetables.
- Season the salad to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
Macaroni and cheese salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or snack. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its creamy, cheesy flavor and variety of mix-ins, macaroni and cheese salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or gathering.
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