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Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo

Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo: A Creamy Summer Staple

A delightful Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo that combines creamy flavors and vibrant vegetables, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Elbow Macaroni or rotini or shells
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard yellow mustard works for a milder taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers any color
  • 1 cup Chopped Celery or sweet jicama
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Onion or green onions for milder flavor
For Sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Pickle Relish or chopped dill pickles

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water.
    Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Add salt and pepper to taste, then whisk until smooth and creamy.
    Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo
  3. Transfer cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Fold the pasta into the creamy mixture, then add bell peppers, celery, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and sweet pickle relish. Stir to combine.
    Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
    Classic Pasta Salad with Mayo

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool the pasta completely before mixing to avoid a soggy salad. Prepare the salad a day in advance for best flavor.

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