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Guy Fieri’s Macaroni Salad Recipe

Guy Fieri’s Macaroni Salad Recipe
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A classic and flavorful macaroni salad recipe from Guy Fieri that’s perfect for picnics, BBQs, or as a side dish for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni

Dressing:

  • 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1⁄4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon onion powder

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1⁄2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1⁄2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1⁄4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1⁄4 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Macaroni: Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled macaroni to the dressing and stir gently to coat evenly. Mix in red bell pepper, celery, green onions, sweet pickle relish, and hard-boiled egg if using.
  4. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can customize this macaroni salad by adding ingredients like diced ham, shredded cheese, or different herbs.
  • For a lighter version, you can use Greek yogurt in place of some or all of the mayonnaise.

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Keywords: macaroni salad, side dish, Guy Fieri, pasta salad, BBQ side

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