Classic Macaroni Salad

• servings: 8 servings
• active time: 25 minutes
• total time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

1/2 medium red onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)

1 rib celery, finely diced (about 1/3 cup)

1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced (about 1/3 cup)

1 cup mayo (like Duke's)

1 tablespoon yellow mustard

3 tablespoons white vinegar

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 teaspoons white sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Directions

Cook macaroni according to package directions using salted water. Drain and run cool water over the pasta until it is cooled.

In another bowl stir together mayo, mustard, vinegar, pepper, sugar, salt, garlic, and onion powder. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Mix well.

In a large bowl, add the pasta and about half of the dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate the pasta and remaining dressing for at least 2 hours.

When ready to serve, add remaining dressing and toss to coat. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

• Calories: 397 kcal
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Trans Fat: 0.1 g
• Cholesterol: 12 mg
• Sodium: 494 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 42 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2 g
• Total Sugars: 3 g
• Protein: 7 g