Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad Recipe
The Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad Recipe is creamy, tangy, and perfect for summer meals. It tastes fresh, fun and full of flavor. This macaroni salad is easy to make and works for picnics, BBQs and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup celery chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 2 hard-boiled eggs chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Cook the macaroni
- Boil elbow macaroni in salted water until tender but firm. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare the dressing
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt and pepper until smooth.
Chop vegetables and eggs
- Chop celery, red bell pepper, red onion and hard-boiled eggs into small, even pieces for even texture in salad.
Combine pasta and dressing
- Add cooled macaroni to a large bowl. Pour dressing over pasta and stir gently until pasta is evenly coated.
Add vegetables and eggs
- Fold in chopped celery, bell pepper, onion, eggs and parsley. Mix carefully so ingredients stay evenly distributed.
Chill before serving
- Cover the salad and place in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Chilling helps flavors combine and enhances taste.
Taste and adjust
- After chilling, taste the salad. Add extra salt, pepper or vinegar if needed for balance.
Serve
- Spoon macaroni salad into a serving dish. Garnish with extra parsley or paprika if desired. Serve cold and enjoy.
Notes
- Cook pasta al dente for best texture
- Rinse pasta under cold water to stop cooking
- Use fresh vegetables for crunch and color
- Chill salad at least 1 hour for best flavor
- Add extra vinegar for tangy taste