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Guy Fieri’s Macaroni Salad

Guy Fieri’s Macaroni Salad: The Ultimate BBQ Side Dish

Guy Fieri’s Macaroni Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish perfect for BBQs and potlucks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Macaroni Cook until al dente.
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can use low-fat mayo or Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Substitute with yellow mustard if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Red wine vinegar works as an alternative.
  • 1/3 cup Sweet Pickle Relish Can replace with chopped dill pickles.
  • 1 cup Celery Bell peppers can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 small Red Onion Consider using green onions for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded carrots save time.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Chopped dill or parsley.
  • 1 cup Crushed Potato Chips For added texture.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until creamy.
  3. Fold the cooled macaroni, celery, red onion, carrots, and sweet pickle relish into the dressing gently with a spatula.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, stir gently, adjust seasoning if necessary, and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the freshest taste, add herbs just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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