Classic Creamy Macaroni Salad
This creamy Classic Macaroni Salad is the perfect make-ahead side dish for BBQs, picnics, and potlucks—easy, flavorful, and always a crowd favorite!
Servings 6
Calories 507kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
- 3 hard-boiled eggs chopped
- 2 celery stalks finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- 2 dill pickles finely chopped
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish, optional
Dressing
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp celery seed
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Let cool completely.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, vinegar, sugar, celery seed, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, add the cooled macaroni, eggs, celery, red onion, and pickles.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and stir gently to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors come together. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 507kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 419mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 221IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg
