MINDY'S MACARONI SALAD

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I remember my mom making the best macaroni salad when I was a kid. I wanted to make mine similar to hers, but added a few things I like, such as pimiento, vinegar, and a gherkin for a little tartness to balance out the sweetness. My husband, who doesn't really like pasta salads, loves this!

Provided by TIMSGAL

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups dry small elbow macaroni
¾ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped sweet onion
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
1 medium sweet gherkin pickle, diced
¾ cup creamy salad dressing
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
⅓ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place macaroni in the pot, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • In a large bowl, mix the macaroni, celery, sweet onion, pimentos, and pickle. In a separate bowl, mix the creamy salad dressing, mustard, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir dressing into the macaroni mixture. Fold in the eggs. Chill in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 761.3 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

Detravis Dees
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This is my go-to macaroni salad recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


SweezNasir Akhtar
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Mdzakarya Islam
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it.


Roy Barlow
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Ibrahim barakzi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Mumtaz Kalyar
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This salad is easy to make and always a hit at parties. I highly recommend it!


ERICK Dangote
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is light and refreshing, and the macaroni is cooked just right.


JACQUES Van Der Westhuizen
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I love that this recipe uses a variety of vegetables. It makes the salad more colorful and nutritious.


wa98fun
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This is the best macaroni salad I've ever had! The dressing is perfectly balanced and the macaroni is cooked to perfection.


denis tekkwo
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the combination of macaroni, vegetables, and cheese is perfect.


Halima Karim
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This macaroni salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures.