Ingredients for American Macaroni Salad
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 cup diced tomato
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup Miracle Whip
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How to Make American Macaroni Salad
- Cook 1 pound elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool slightly.
- While the macaroni cooks, finely chop 1 cup celery and ½ cup red onion. Dice 1 cup of tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, celery, onion, and tomatoes.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup Miracle Whip, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, ½ cup sour cream, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Gently pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Start with ½ teaspoon of each and adjust according to your preference.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. The salad will taste even better the next day!
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
14 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
8g
Carbs
11g
