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Guy Fieri’s Rockin’ Macaroni Salad

Guy Fieri's Rockin' Macaroni Salad

Guy Fieri’s Rockin’ Macaroni Salad is a must-try potluck dish that combines creamy goodness and fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Elbow macaroni Cook until al dente
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup Sour cream Low-fat option available
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Can substitute with yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar Adjust for desired tanginess
  • 1 Red bell pepper Can substitute with yellow or orange
  • 1 Green bell pepper Can substitute with cucumber
  • ½ cup Red onion Can use shallots for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Celery Can substitute with diced cucumber
  • ½ cup Dill pickles Opt for sweet pickles if preferred
  • ¼ cup Chopped green onions For mixing into the salad
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with pepper jack
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Or use fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Omit for a lighter flavor
  • Salt & pepper To taste
For Garnishing
  • ¼ cup Extra green onions For garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Additional smoked paprika Sprinkle for serving

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Large bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Finely chop the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, celery, and dill pickles. Mix into the dressing.
  4. Gently fold in the cooled macaroni, ensuring it is evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Before serving, stir gently and garnish with extra green onions or smoked paprika.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Perfect for potlucks and gatherings; flavors improve with chilling time. Customize the ingredients as per your preference.

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