Simple Macaroni Salad

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An easy macaroni pasta salad that is excellent for parties, picnics, and those summer day barbeques.

close up view of Macaroni Salad with green and red peppers
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package macaroni

  • 2 red bell peppers, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

  • ½ cup chopped green onions

  • 1 stalk celery, chopped (Optional)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 1 packet dry vegetable soup mix

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until no longer hot. Transfer noodles to a large bowl.

  2. Stir in red bell peppers, green bell peppers, green onions, celery, and olive oil. Mix in mayonnaise and soup mix. Refrigerate for a few hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

436 Calories
25g Fat
46g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 436
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g 31%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 180mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 46g 17%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 51mg 57%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 248mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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