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Macaroni salad

Macaroni salad is a lunch american recipe with 358 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

358 kcal

Total Time

20 min

Servings

1

Protein

8 g

Ingredients

  • cooked elbow macaroni1 cup
  • diced celery.25 cup
  • chopped red onion2 tbsp
  • chopped red bell pepper2 tbsp
  • mayonnaise.25 cup
  • apple cider vinegar1 tbsp
  • Dijon mustard1 tsp
  • sugar.5 tsp
  • salt and pepperTo taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, diced celery, chopped red onion, and chopped bell pepper.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and toss to coat.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

358

Protein

8g

Carbs

35g

Fat

21g

Fiber

2g

Micronutrients

Iron

1 mg

Zinc

0.5 mg

Sodium

400 mg

Calcium

30 mg

Folate

50 mcg

Magnesium

20 mg

Potassium

150 mg

Vitamin C

15 mg

Vitamin A

50 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.1 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

Yes

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

No major allergens flagged

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Macaroni salad works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Macaroni salad

How many calories are in Macaroni salad?

Macaroni salad has about 358 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Macaroni salad suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Macaroni salad is suitable for vegetarians as written.

Is Macaroni salad gluten-free?

Macaroni salad is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Macaroni salad?

This recipe does not contain none of the major allergens flagged in this recipe feed, but you should still review packaged ingredient labels for any brand-specific warnings.

Can I make Macaroni salad ahead of time?

Macaroni salad works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

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