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Savory Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad

Savory Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad for Crowd-Pleasing Fun

Enjoy a vibrant and versatile Savory Guy Fieri Macaroni Salad, perfect for any gathering or picnic.
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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: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 3 cups elbow macaroni or rotini for a twist
For the Creamy Base
  • ½ cup mayonnaise or vegan mayo
  • ½ cup sour cream or coconut yogurt
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or spicy mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
For the Crunch
  • 1 red bell pepper or yellow/orange peppers
  • 1 green bell pepper or cucumbers
  • 1 red onion or green onions
  • 1 cup celery or chopped cucumber
For the Zesty Touch
  • 1 cup dill pickles or sweet pickles
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack/mozzarella
For the Final Touches
  • 3 green onions or chives
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the pasta in salted water for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  3. Chop the bell peppers, red onion, and celery, then add to the dressing bowl and stir gently.
  4. Fold the cooled macaroni into the dressing and vegetable mixture until evenly coated.
  5. Add shredded cheddar cheese and green onions, then season with garlic powder and smoked paprika. Mix gently.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then refrigerate covered for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Customize with additional ingredients like bacon or hard-boiled eggs if desired. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-5 days.

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