Creamy Macaroni Salad

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Creamy Macaroni Salad
35 min.
12
364kcal

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If you're looking for the perfect side dish that effortlessly combines comfort and freshness, look no further than this delightful Creamy Macaroni Salad! Ideal for any gathering, from summer picnics to hearty potlucks, this vegetarian recipe is not just a crowd-pleaser; it’s also a vibrant addition to your table that everyone will love. With its rich creamy dressing and colorful array of vegetables, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

The recipe is wonderfully simple, taking just 35 minutes to prepare, and serves up to 12 hungry guests. Each serving is packed with flavor and carries a satisfying combination of textures that will leave your taste buds dancing. Each bite bursts with the crunch of fresh veggies like finely chopped carrots, celery, and bell peppers, balanced perfectly with the soft, comforting macaroni. The creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and evaporated milk coats every single pasta piece, ensuring that each forkful is irresistible.

Whether you serve it as a side dish, starter, or a snack, this Creamy Macaroni Salad will quickly become a staple in your recipe arsenal. Not only is it delicious, but it also brings versatility to your menu and can be easily customized with your favorite veggies or spices. So, grab your bowl and whisk, and let’s get started on this culinary delight that will surely impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup carrots finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup celery finely chopped
  • cups elbow macaroni 
  • ounce evaporated milk canned
  • 0.8 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • tablespoons bell pepper green finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper white
  • 1.5 cups mayonnaise 
  • teaspoon ground mustard dry
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • tablespoons bell pepper red finely chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • tablespoons bell pepper yellow finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Mix salt, dry mustard, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, white pepper, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes.
  3. Drain and rinse macaroni under cold water until cooled.
  4. Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, and evaporated milk in a large salad bowl until dressing is smooth and creamy; stir in seasoning mix until well blended.
  5. Mix macaroni, onion, green, red, and yellow bell pepper, celery, and carrots into the dressing until thoroughly coated.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein6.81%
Fat60.3%
Carbs32.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.82
Glycemic Load
0.45
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.432173985502%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.19mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:364.3kcal
18.22%
Fat:24.34g
37.45%
Saturated Fat:4.9g
30.62%
Carbohydrates:29.87g
9.96%
Net Carbohydrates:28.22g
10.26%
Sugar:3.38g
3.76%
Cholesterol:20.84mg
6.95%
Sodium:396.95mg
17.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.18g
12.37%
Vitamin K:48.29µg
45.99%
Selenium:23.87µg
34.09%
Vitamin A:1141.87IU
22.84%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.42%
Phosphorus:112.36mg
11.24%
Vitamin C:8.89mg
10.78%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.6%
Fiber:1.65g
6.61%
Magnesium:26.2mg
6.55%
Copper:0.12mg
6.22%
Calcium:57.15mg
5.72%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.41%
Potassium:188.13mg
5.38%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.05%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.82%
Vitamin B3:0.77mg
3.83%
Folate:15.17µg
3.79%
Iron:0.66mg
3.69%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.67%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.58%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.21%
Source:Allrecipes