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Savory Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad Recipe to Enjoy

Savory Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad Recipe to Enjoy at Home

This Savory Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad Recipe is a creamy, flavor-packed side, perfect for summer gatherings and customizable for dietary needs.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter touch
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for tanginess
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard or spicy mustard for extra kick
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper chopped, optional
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion diced
  • 1 cup Celery chopped, optional
  • 1/2 cup Dill Pickles chopped
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or mozzarella/pepper jack
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions sliced
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Variations
  • 1/2 cup Bacon Bits optional
  • 2 large Hard-Boiled Eggs chopped, optional
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast optional
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn or Peas optional
  • 8 oz Gluten-Free Pasta to make gluten-free

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions for 8–10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add the Veggies: Incorporate the chopped red and green bell peppers, diced red onion, chopped celery, and dill pickles into the dressing. Stir gently to coat.
  4. Combine the Pasta and Dressing: Fold in the cooled macaroni to the vegetable mixture, ensuring everything is well-coated.
  5. Mix in Cheese and Seasonings: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly distributed.
  6. Season the Salad: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed, then stir gently to distribute.
  7. Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Stir before serving to mix ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, refrigerate the salad overnight after making it.

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