Best 8 Macaroni Salad Virginia Style Recipes

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Virginia-style macaroni salad is a delightful dish that captures the essence of Southern comfort food. This classic salad combines tender macaroni, a creamy dressing, crisp vegetables, and a touch of tangy vinegar, resulting in a flavorful and refreshing side dish. While there are countless variations, the heart of this salad lies in the balance of creamy and tangy flavors, making it a perfect accompaniment to picnics, potlucks, and backyard barbecues.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MACARONI SALAD



Macaroni Salad image

Provided by Virginia Willis

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse kosher salt
One 16-ounce box elbow macaroni
1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 cup mayonnaise, or to taste
2 teaspoons celery seed
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, or to taste
3 carrots, shredded
3 celery stalks, very finely chopped
1/2 sweet onion, very finely chopped
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the macaroni and cook until tender, about 10 minutes, or according to the package instructions. Drain well in a colander and rinse well under cold running water until cool. Shake well to remove excess water. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Once the macaroni is cooled, add the cheese, mayonnaise, celery seed, mustard, carrots, celery and onions. Stir well to combine and season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator until cold, at least 2 hours. Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt, pepper and mayonnaise just before serving.

ITALIAN PASTA SALAD BY VIRGINIA



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This style of pasta salad may not be new , but it's new to me, since I made it up,I have been looking for a way to put cheese in pasta salad and not have it get slimy. Feta cheese is the answer.

Provided by Virginia

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 1 large bowl, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb whole wheat pasta (like elbow or shells)
1 (14 ounce) can med black olives
1 (14 ounce) can black-eyed peas (drained)
1 red pepper (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 small red onion (diced)
1 (16 ounce) container grape tomatoes (washed)
1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
1 (16 ounce) jar kraft creamy Italian dressing

Steps:

  • Boil pasta about 8 minutes,drain and cool, chop black olives in half,add rest of ingredients pouring dressing over all and stir.This is good as soon as you finish it but it's even better chilled overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 464.2, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 3, Sugar 1.2, Protein 8.8

MACARONI SALAD VIRGINIA STYLE



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A macaroni salad that utilizes tarragon vinegar for a delicious tangy taste. For optimum flavor, chill the salad 2 hours in the refrigerator before serving.

Provided by RCOMP

Categories     Tomato Pasta Salad

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter, melted
¼ cup tarragon vinegar
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1 cup mayonnaise
3 eggs
2 cups macaroni
½ cucumber, sliced
1 large tomato, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, mix together butter, tarragon vinegar, flour and egg. Stirring continuously, heat 10 minutes, or until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and allow to cool 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, prepare the sauce by combining the tarragon vinegar mixture with mayonnaise.
  • Place eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and pour into the bowl with the sauce. Stir until the macaroni is well coated.
  • Mix the coated macaroni with the eggs, cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 74.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 337.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD



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This classic macaroni salad recipe is a refreshingly light take on an all-time favorite. It's perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or festive weekend barbecue. -Dorothy Bayes, Sardis, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped carrot
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely. , For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickle relish, sugar substitute, mustard, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, celery, carrot and onion. Add dressing and toss gently to coat. , Refrigerate until serving. Garnish with egg and paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MACARONI SALAD VIRGINIA STYLE



Macaroni Salad Virginia Style image

A macaroni salad that utilizes tarragon vinegar for a delicious tangy taste. For optimum flavor, chill the salad 2 hours in the refrigerator before serving.

Provided by RCOMP

Categories     Tomato Pasta Salad

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter, melted
¼ cup tarragon vinegar
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1 cup mayonnaise
3 eggs
2 cups macaroni
½ cucumber, sliced
1 large tomato, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, mix together butter, tarragon vinegar, flour and egg. Stirring continuously, heat 10 minutes, or until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and allow to cool 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, prepare the sauce by combining the tarragon vinegar mixture with mayonnaise.
  • Place eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and pour into the bowl with the sauce. Stir until the macaroni is well coated.
  • Mix the coated macaroni with the eggs, cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 74.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 337.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

MACARONI SALAD VIRGINIA STYLE



Macaroni Salad Virginia Style image

A macaroni salad that utilizes tarragon vinegar for a delicious tangy taste. For optimum flavor, chill the salad 2 hours in the refrigerator before serving.

Provided by RCOMP

Categories     Tomato Pasta Salad

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter, melted
¼ cup tarragon vinegar
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1 cup mayonnaise
3 eggs
2 cups macaroni
½ cucumber, sliced
1 large tomato, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, mix together butter, tarragon vinegar, flour and egg. Stirring continuously, heat 10 minutes, or until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and allow to cool 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, prepare the sauce by combining the tarragon vinegar mixture with mayonnaise.
  • Place eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and pour into the bowl with the sauce. Stir until the macaroni is well coated.
  • Mix the coated macaroni with the eggs, cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 74.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 337.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

MACARONI SALAD VIRGINIA STYLE



Macaroni Salad Virginia Style image

A macaroni salad that utilizes tarragon vinegar for a delicious tangy taste. For optimum flavor, chill the salad 2 hours in the refrigerator before serving.

Provided by RCOMP

Categories     Tomato Pasta Salad

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter, melted
¼ cup tarragon vinegar
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1 cup mayonnaise
3 eggs
2 cups macaroni
½ cucumber, sliced
1 large tomato, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, mix together butter, tarragon vinegar, flour and egg. Stirring continuously, heat 10 minutes, or until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and allow to cool 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, prepare the sauce by combining the tarragon vinegar mixture with mayonnaise.
  • Place eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and pour into the bowl with the sauce. Stir until the macaroni is well coated.
  • Mix the coated macaroni with the eggs, cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 74.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 337.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

BLT MACARONI SALAD



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A friend served this BLT pasta salad, and I just had to get the recipe. My husband loves BLT sandwiches, so this has become a favorite of his. It's nice to serve on hot and humid days, which we frequently get during summer here in Virginia. -Mrs. Hamilton Myers Jr., Charlottesville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chili sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
3 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomato
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
3 cups shredded lettuce
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients. Add the macaroni, tomato and onions; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate. Just before serving, add lettuce and bacon; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of pasta shapes and sizes. This will give your salad a more interesting texture and appearance.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Let the pasta cool completely before adding it to the salad. This will prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Choose fresh, crisp vegetables. This will give your salad the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overdress the salad. A little dressing goes a long way, so start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep the vegetables crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Virginia-style macaroni salad is a classic summertime dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its sweet and tangy dressing, fresh vegetables, and tender pasta, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next picnic, barbecue, or potluck.

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