Description
This creamy and satisfying Best Macaroni Salad blends elbow macaroni with fresh vegetables and a flavorful dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and Knorr vegetable soup mix. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or as a quick family side dish, it’s a go-to recipe that can be easily customized to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- Elbow macaroni (or other pasta)
- Knorr vegetable soup/dip mix
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Red bell pepper, finely chopped
- Green bell pepper, finely chopped
- Frozen peas, thawed
- Celery, finely chopped
- Green onions, sliced
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then rinse with cold water and drain well.
In a large bowl, combine the Knorr vegetable soup/dip mix with mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
Stir in the chopped red and green bell peppers, peas, celery, and green onions.
Fold the cooked macaroni into the dressing mixture, ensuring everything is well-coated.
Finish with a sprinkle of black pepper on top.
Notes
- You can switch up the pasta type (rotini, shells, penne) based on what you have available.
- Add-ins like chopped hard-boiled eggs, shredded cheddar cheese can customize the flavor.
- This salad is perfect for making ahead and can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
