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Simple Macaroni Salad

SUBMITTED BY: Samantha  PHOTO BY: kayel 

"An easy mac salad that is excellent for parties, picnics and those summer day barbeques."
Simple Macaroni Salad Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 83 times with an average star rating of 4.2
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PREP TIME  20 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  2 Hrs 30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
  • 2 red bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 packet dry vegetable soup mix

DIRECTIONS

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and rinse with cold water until no longer hot. Transfer noodles to a large bowl.
  2. Stir in red bell peppers, green bell peppers, green onions, celery and olive oil. Mix in mayonnaise and soup mix. Refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 2, 2003 by CRANKYGIRL 
I cook a lot. I've worked in professional kitchens in NYC. I am amazed and I mean amazed, at... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2007 by FIEDME 
This recipie is a GREAT start. I find that if you add about 1-2 tbs of vinegar - and dash of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 18, 2003 by LDYLVBGR 
Very good! Even my dh says so! So it's a keeper! I too added 1/2 C sour cream with the mayo, a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 6, 2005 by Cookin' Cher in NYC 
This recipe was quick and easy to make, but like some of the other reviwers, I thought it was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 1, 2007 by Onefishtwofishdeadfishnewfish 
I'd been looking for a recipe like this, and I have to say this is the best macaroni salad... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2004 by KATEMSU 
If you add the extra sour cream (about 1/2 cup) like others mentioned, this is great. I also... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2006 by mamatojoe 
My Dad loves this dish! It is so easy to make and is almost full proof! I leave out the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2003 by KZJNK 
This was dry and fairly bland. The recipe says 6-8 servings but it made enough for at least... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2007 by DSWEETXANGEL 
I tried this recipe for thanksgiving when I was asked to bring a salad over to family and I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 3, 2005 by JDPOWERMAN 
very fresh tasting, good crunch. MORE

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Nutritional Information
Simple Macaroni Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 435

  • Total Fat: 24.5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg
  • Sodium: 168mg
  • Total Carbs: 45.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 2.9g
  • Protein: 8.1g

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