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Easy Macaroni Salad Recipe

This Easy Macaroni Salad Recipe is briny, savory, and crunchy with tender noodles and a dairy-free creamy dressing
Course Main Course, Pasta, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 441kcal
Author Mihaela

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (227g) macaroni pasta
  • 5 oz (140g) sweet gherkins finely diced
  • 1 red bell pepper finely diced
  • 2-3 stalks celery thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion finely diced
  • 1 can (8.75 oz / 248g) corn drained

Macaroni Salad Dressing Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup (175g) vegan mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup (70g) coconut yogurt
  • 2 tbsp pickle juice
  • 2 tbsp red or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
  • 1 tsp sea salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper or to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the macaroni pasta in salted water according to package directions.
  • While the pasta cooks, chop all the ingredients needed for the salad.
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  • Once the pasta is cooked to al-dente, drain and set aside in a large bowl. Drizzle with a bit of oil and toss to coat. This will keep the pasta from sticking to each other.
  • Add the chopped gherkins, bell pepper, celery, onion and corn into the pasta.
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  • In a measuring cup, combine all of the dressing ingredients. Whisk well, then pour the dressing over the salad.
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  • Toss the macaroni salad until nicely coated with the dressing.
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  • You can serve this creamy macaroni salad immediately or let it chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes, to allow the flavors to meld.

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Notes

Here's a brief summary of my Tips & Tricks for this creamy macaroni salad recipe:
  1. Tip #1 includes ingredient substitutions and swaps. 
  2. See Tip #2 for how to make this homemade macaroni salad Paleo & Whole30.
  3. Spice lovers, be sure to read Tip #3.
  4. Tip #4 is all about my favorite seasoning ideas for this vegan macaroni salad recipe.
  5. And for my serving suggestions, check out Tip #5.

Nutrition

Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 757mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 1002IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg