Easy & Classic Creamy Macaroni Salad | How To Make Macaroni Salad | Best Macaroni Salad

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides protein with fewer calories

celery

🥗Healthier: cucumber

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Cucumber adds crunch with fewer calories

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: yellow onion

Green onion offers a milder flavor

Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and cool.

In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, and salt; mix well.

Add cooled macaroni to the bowl and stir to coat with dressing.

Fold in diced celery, red onion, bell pepper, carrots, and sweet pickle relish.

Chop hard-boiled eggs and gently mix into the salad.

Season with black pepper and paprika to taste.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley and green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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