Healthier Classic Macaroni Salad

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This healthy macaroni salad with less sugar and whole wheat noodles is a wholesome treat for the entire family.

Submitted by MakeItHealthy
Updated on December 1, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 4 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • ⅓ cup white sugar

  • ¼ cup distilled white vinegar

  • 2 ½ tablespoons prepared yellow mustard

  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped

  • 2 stalks celery, chopped

  • ¼ cup grated carrot

  • 2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers (Optional)

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.

  2. Mix together mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, mustard, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Stir in macaroni, onion, bell peppers, celery, carrot, and pimento peppers until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Editor's Note:

This recipe is a healthier version of Classic Macaroni Salad.

76 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

281 Calories
18g Fat
28g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 281
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g 23%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 530mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin C 28mg 32%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 162mg 3%

* 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.