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Macaroni Cream Salad

Cultural Context

Macaroni Cream Salad is a staple at American picnics and potlucks, showcasing the beloved combination of pasta and creamy dressing. This dish often brings nostalgia, as it has been a family favorite for generations, perfect for gatherings and summer barbecues. Variations abound, with some adding ingredients like bacon or different vegetables, making it adaptable to personal tastes.

AmericanUSside
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
8 oz spiral pasta
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup diced carrot
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1 cup diced red onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Boil water in a large pot and add salt to it.

2

Add spiral pasta to boiling water and cook until done, not just al dente.

3

Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

4

Grate carrot using a box grater or food processor.

5

Dice red bell pepper into small pieces.

6

Dice red onion into small pieces.

7

In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and Greek yogurt.

8

Add honey, salt, and black pepper to the mayonnaise mixture.

9

Add apple cider vinegar to the dressing mixture.

10

Chop fresh herbs (tarragon, dill, parsley) and add to the dressing.

11

Mince garlic and add to the dressing, then whisk everything together until smooth.

12

Combine the drained pasta with the chopped vegetables in a large bowl.

13

Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables, mixing well to combine.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

large potcolandermixing bowlspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Macaroni SaladCreamy Pasta Salad

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