MACARONI GARDEN SALAD

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Bonnie Sturgeon of Berwick, New Brunswick enjoys making this delightful salad during the summer. Tomato, cucumber and sweet red pepper are tossed with macaroni and herbs, then coated in a creamy fat-free mayonnaise dressing. Serve it as a light lunch or as a side dish with your favorite meat for supper.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup cooked elbow macaroni
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup chopped seeded cucumber
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the macaroni, tomato, cucumber, red pepper, basil and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Pour over macaroni mixture and stir until coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Yousif Walid
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This is the best macaroni salad recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Motunrayo Bakare
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I'm always looking for new ways to use macaroni. This salad is a great way to change things up.


Jaziel Rosas
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This is the perfect salad for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit with my guests.


syed alamin
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Bliss Katrena
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I love the colorful vegetables in this salad. It's a great way to add some extra nutrition to your meal.


Bruce Fraser
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This is my favorite macaroni salad recipe. It's always a hit at potlucks and picnics.


Nana Ama Borngreat
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I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this salad. It's the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.


GAMING tupe
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Nobita gaming
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


nicks stuff
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Risab acharya
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Carter Zimmerman
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This is the perfect salad for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.


Zafran Swati
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I made this salad for a party and everyone raved about it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Eleven0011 Bell
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. It's also a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet.


Marcy Siro
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I love the pop of color this salad adds to my table. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Zandile Queen
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This is my go-to salad recipe for summer picnics and barbecues. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Shovo Rana
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's so versatile - you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Elijah Eller
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors.


khoshal rahimi
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My family loved this salad! It's a great way to use up fresh summer vegetables.


Jamal Robert
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This macaroni garden salad is a refreshing and flavorful summer dish. The combination of sweet corn, crunchy green bell pepper, and juicy tomatoes is perfect, and the dressing is light and tangy.