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Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo

Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo for a Summer of Flavor

A refreshing Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo, perfect for summer gatherings and meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni can substitute with rotini or shells
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard yellow mustard can work
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup bell peppers any color
  • 1 cup chopped celery jicama can be used
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup diced red onion green onions for milder flavor
For Added Flavor
  • ½ cup sweet pickle relish or chopped dill pickles

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook elbow macaroni for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk mayonnaise and Dijon mustard together. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with dressing, bell peppers, celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Stir in sweet pickle relish.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to chill.
  5. Serve chilled, stirring gently, and garnish with herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the pasta cools completely before mixing to prevent sogginess. Flavor adjustments to mayo and mustard can enhance the dish.

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