MACARONI SALAD WITH APPLES

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Something a little different I came up with that satisfies my need for something savory and sweet, but with more vegetables than the typical pasta salad.

Provided by Susan Parran

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
5 slices thick-cut applewood smoked bacon
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup apple juice
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 ½ tablespoons dill pickle relish, or to taste
1 teaspoon mustard powder
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup chopped red onion
¾ cup julienned carrots
½ cup shredded red cabbage
½ cup diced bell pepper
½ cup diced celery
1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped into bite-sized pieces
1 head red leaf lettuce, leaves separated

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. Rinse under cold water and set aside to drain.
  • While pasta is cooking, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Blot bacon slices with paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle.
  • Mix together mayonnaise, apple juice, apple cider vinegar, relish, mustard powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Fold in cooked macaroni. Add onion, carrots, red cabbage, bell pepper, celery, apple, and crumbled bacon; stir to combine. Place 2 or 3 lettuce leaves on each plate and top with macaroni salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 308.9 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Azole Sipika
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe is a game-changer! The apples and celery add a nice sweetness and crunch that really make the salad.


Marissa Bravo
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Blue gacha
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and delicious. I always make it for summer cookouts and picnics.


MD SAGOR 420
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or picnic. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Jayjay Isaaceve
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Bastian Dombel
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. It's also a great side dish for any summer cookout or picnic.


D sham
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I'm always looking for new macaroni salad recipes and this one is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the addition of apples and celery.


sarwar Badshah
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout or picnic. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Chloe Vince
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


King Rama
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors. The dressing is also perfect - not too heavy or too light.


Jenisha Rai
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of apples in savory dishes. But I'm so glad I did! The apples add a really nice sweetness and crunch to the salad. I'll definitely be making this again.


Russell Mathews 2
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This is my go-to macaroni salad recipe. It's simple, delicious, and always a hit. I love the addition of apples, which gives the salad a nice sweetness and crunch.


Lwazi Maragelo
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nelson Bridget
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This macaroni salad is a refreshing and delicious twist on a classic dish. The apples add a sweetness and crunch that pairs perfectly with the creamy dressing. I also love the addition of celery and red onion, which gives the salad a nice savory flav