Description
Macaroni Salad – Memorial Day BBQ Side is a classic summer dish that combines creamy mayonnaise with crunchy vegetables for a delightful experience. This vibrant and flavorful salad is perfect for any gathering, bringing nostalgia and joy to backyard barbecues or family dinners. With its satisfying texture and zesty dressing, it’s sure to be a hit, leaving everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup thawed frozen peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling water for about 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- While the pasta cools, chop the celery, red bell pepper, and green onions.
- In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine the cooled macaroni, chopped veggies, and peas in a mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir until everything is well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir again before serving chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg