Macaroni Salad

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  • YIELDS | 6-8 SERVINGS
  • PREP TIME | 5 MINS
  • COOK TIME | 10 MINS

Everybody needs a good macaroni salad recipe in their repertoire. I love the versatility of this macaroni salad, and I truly appreciate the crunch and flavors that come from the fresh ingredients. Add any of your favorite chopped vegetables and tender herbs. If you’d like a little more tang, pop in a dollop of Dijon mustard. Add a can or two of drained tuna for a quick summertime lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

  • 12-ounce box elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup of mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt,
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Medium bell pepper of choice, chopped
  • Small red onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup tender fresh herbs such as chervil, parsley, chives, or a combination, chopped

Instructions

  1. Boil water for the macaroni and cook according to the package instructions. Drain well.
  2. While the macaroni cooks, add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a large bowl and mix well.
  3. Add the drained macaroni to the bowl and mix well with the mayonnaise blend. Add the vegetables and mix again, then gently fold in the chopped herbs. Taste for seasoning, and add additional salt and pepper as necessary.