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Cheddar Sour Cream Macaroni Salad

A creamy and tangy macaroni salad with sharp cheddar cheese and a touch of sour cream, perfect for picnics and barbecues.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup green onions sliced
Dressing
  • 1 cup sour cream full-fat
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise optional for creaminess
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, diced celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  2. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
Chill and Serve
  1. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.

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