creamy macaroni salad

Name: Creamy Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cup(s) uncooked macaroni noodles; 2/3 cup(s) mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon(s) Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) cider vinegar; 1/4 cup(s) sour cream; 1/2 large orange pepper, chopped finely; 1 1/2 cup(s) grape tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup(s) chopped red onion; 2 stalk(s) celery, chopped; 2 tablespoon(s) finely chopped fresh parsley; salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Beth Pierce

Ofallon, MO

Updated on Aug 13, 2025

Get ready to elevate your summer cookouts with this delicious and easy-to-make macaroni salad recipe. Made with fresh ingredients, this dish is always a hit with friends and family.

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prep time 15 Min

cook time 10 Min

method Stove Top

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked macaroni noodles
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 large orange pepper, chopped finely
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How To Make creamy macaroni salad

Step 1

Cook noodles according to the instructions on the box. Drain well.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, cider vinegar, and sour cream.
Step 3

Add the cooked macaroni, bell peppers, tomatoes, red onion, celery, and parsley.
Step 4

Stir gently to combine. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
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