Mindy's Macaroni Salad

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(74)

I remember my mom making the best macaroni salad when I was a kid. I wanted to make mine similar to hers, but added a few things I like, such as pimiento, vinegar, and a gherkin for a little tartness to balance out the sweetness. My husband, who doesn't really like pasta salads, loves this!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry small elbow macaroni

  • ¾ cup chopped celery

  • ¼ cup chopped sweet onion

  • 1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained

  • 1 medium sweet gherkin pickle, diced

  • ¾ cup creamy salad dressing

  • 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard

  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

  • cup white sugar

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place macaroni in the pot, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.

  2. In a large bowl, mix the macaroni, celery, sweet onion, pimentos, and pickle. In a separate bowl, mix the creamy salad dressing, mustard, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir dressing into the macaroni mixture. Fold in the eggs. Chill in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

336 Calories
12g Fat
47g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 336
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 116mg 39%
Sodium 761mg 33%
Total Carbohydrate 47g 17%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 18g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 155mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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