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Labor Day Macaroni Salad Classic

Labor Day Macaroni Salad Classic: 5 Ways to Savor Summer

A classic macaroni salad perfect for Labor Day gatherings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard.
  3. Add cooled macaroni, celery, onion, bell pepper, and pickle relish to the bowl.
  4. Mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • For added flavor, mix in chopped hard-boiled eggs.
  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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