Southern Macaroni Salad

Macaroni Salad

Southern Macaroni Salad

Southern Macaroni Salad
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    15

A vibrant and creamy macaroni salad, brimming with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser with a nod to classic Southern flavors.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    39 g
  • Cholesterol
    120 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    426 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    22 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
10 mins

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

02

Step
10 mins

While the macaroni cooks, gently place the eggs in a separate saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then immediately remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.

03

Step
2 mins

Drain the cooked macaroni thoroughly and return it to the pot. Add the mayonnaise and stir gently until the macaroni is evenly coated and creamy.

04

Step
5 mins

Peel and dice the hard-boiled eggs. Gently fold the diced eggs, quartered tomatoes, chopped celery, diced radishes, and diced onion into the macaroni mixture. Transfer the salad to a large serving bowl.

05

Step
5 mins

Season generously with salt, pepper, and celery seed, adjusting to your taste preferences. Gently stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of sweet pickle relish or a dash of hot sauce to the mayonnaise.
Chill the salad thoroughly before serving. The flavors develop and deepen as it sits.
Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences. Bell peppers, carrots, or even a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or dill would be delicious additions.

Irwin Reinger

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)

  • Emmanuel Grimes

    Jun 18, 2025

    The best macaroni salad I've ever had. So refreshing and flavorful!

  • Glen Ledner

    May 22, 2025

    So easy to make and everyone loved it! I added a little pickle relish for extra tang.

  • Dale Borer

    May 3, 2025

    This recipe is a winner! The perfect balance of creamy and crunchy.

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