This healthy macaroni salad with less sugar and whole wheat noodles is a wholesome treat for the entire family.
Prep Time::20 mins
Cook Time::10 mins
Additional Time:: 4 hrs
Total Time:: 4 hrs 30 mins
Servings::10
Ingredients
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
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.
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.