Macaroni Salad with Peas

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I love macaroni salad, but wanted something a bit lighter. I looked through a lot of recipes and combined the best of all, and added my special touch--this was a big hit even among folks who don't normally like macaroni salads. The peas are the real surprise.

Submitted by CACOOK
Updated on January 7, 2022
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni

  • 4 whole green onions, thinly sliced

  • 2 stalks celery, diced

  • ½ large red bell pepper, diced

  • ⅓ cup frozen petite peas, thawed

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley, or to taste

Dressing:

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise

  • 3 tablespoons sour cream, or more to taste

  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar

  • 2 teaspoons white sugar

  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

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

  2. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, salt, and pepper for dressing in a small bowl; mix well. Pour over pasta.

  3. Add dressing, green onions, celery, bell pepper, peas, and parsley to the pasta. Mix until well combined.

  4. Chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

202 Calories
9g Fat
25g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 202
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 93mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 25g 9%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin C 17mg 18%
Calcium 27mg 2%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 154mg 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.