Summer Macaroni Salad Recipe
By á-1968
Ingredients
- 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
- 1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 3 to 4 tablespoons water or 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 small sweet yellow, orange or red pepper, finely chopped
- 1 small green pepper, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 celery rib, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Details
Servings 16
Adapted from tasteofhome.com
Preparation
Step 1
1.
Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again.
2.
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, water, vinegar, sugar and seasonings until blended. In a large bowl, combine macaroni, peppers, onion and celery. Add 1 cup dressing; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or until cold. Cover and refrigerate remaining dressing to add just before serving.
3.
To serve, stir in reserved dressing. Sprinkle with parsley.
Yield: 16 servings (3/4 cup each).
Nutritional Facts
3/4 cup equals 160 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 5 mg cholesterol, 320 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein.
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