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Easy Macaroni Salad

Easy Macaroni Salad
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This easy macaroni salad is more than just a side—it’s a staple. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or making a dish to share at a get-together, this recipe comes together quickly and tastes even better the next day. It’s creamy, crunchy, savory, and slightly sweet—basically, it hits all the right notes.

Ingredients

  • Elbow macaroni

  • Sharp cheddar cheese

  • Red onion

  • Celery stalks

  • Red bell pepper

  • Frozen green peas

  • Real mayonnaise

  • Apple cider vinegar

  • Dijon mustard

  • Granulated sugar

  • Fresh dill

  • Sea salt and black pepper

Instructions

Boil the pasta

Cook macaroni to al dente, drain, and rinse with cold water.

Mix the salad base

Combine pasta, veggies, and cheese in a large bowl.

Make the dressing

Blend mayo, vinegar, mustard, dill, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Combine and chill

Toss dressing with pasta mix and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Garnish

Top with fresh herbs or paprika before serving.

Notes

  • Customize with Add-Ins
    Feel free to toss in extras like hard-boiled eggs, shredded carrots, diced ham, or a handful of pickles to make it your own.

  • Garnish for a Fresh Finish
    Just before serving, sprinkle fresh dill, chopped parsley, or even paprika over the top for a colorful, herbaceous touch.

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