Description
A delightful creamy macaroni salad packed with savory ham, fresh vegetables, and a rich dressing, perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with diced ham, celery, bell pepper, and red onion.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Mix Together: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir until everything is coated.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
This salad can be made a day in advance for deeper flavors. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: macaroni salad, creamy salad, potluck recipe, summer dish, comfort food