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Guy Fieri's Macaroni Salad: A Flavorful Recipe You’ll Love!

A delicious and flavorful macaroni salad recipe by Guy Fieri, perfect for gatherings and picnics.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper any color
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing and stir to coat evenly.
  4. Fold in the diced celery, bell pepper, red onion, sweet pickle relish, and parsley. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
  5. If using, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top and gently mix it in.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a protein boost, add diced cooked chicken or ham to the salad.
  • Experiment with different vegetables like peas or corn for added color and texture.

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