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Classic Macaroni Salad

100

  • Prep Time15 mins
  • Total Time25 mins
  • Makes12 servings
Classic Macaroni Salad
Chatelaine Triple Tested

Ingredients

  • 4 cups elbow macaroni pasta

  • 1 small onion, finely diced

  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar

  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar

  • 1 1/2 tsp salt

  • 3 stalks celery, finely diced

  • 1 225-mL jar chopped pimento peppers, drained

  • 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise

  • 3/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  • COOL pasta following package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.

  • STIR onion, vinegar, sugar and salt in a large bowl. Let stand for 10 min to pickle. Add celery, pimentos, mayo and pepper. Stir in macaroni until combined.

  • SERVE right away or cover and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hr.

  • Variation: Add 1 1/2 cups of finely cubed cheddar for a cheeky twist on mac and cheese.


Chatelaine Quickies: French onion macaroni and cheese


Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 322, Protein 6g, Carbohydrates 32g, Fat 19g, Fibre 2g, Sodium 539mg.
Excellent source of folate.

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