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Guy Fieri’s Macaroni Salad

Guy Fieri's Macaroni Salad

This famous macaroni salad from celebrity chef Guy Fieri combines creamy texture with bold flavors worthy of Flavortown itself. Perfect for picnics, parties, and summer gatherings, this pasta salad transforms ordinary ingredients into a flavor explosion your guests will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni

For the Salad

  • 4 hard-boiled eggs peeled and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 cup celery finely diced (about 3 stalks)
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup dill pickles finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

For the Dressing

  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce Frank's RedHot recommended
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the elbow macaroni in salted water according to package directions until al dente, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process and drain thoroughly. Toss with a light drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Dice all vegetables to a uniform small size (about 1/4 inch pieces) for the perfect texture in every bite.
  • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, hot sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the cooled pasta, diced vegetables, chopped eggs, and herbs to the dressing. Fold gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour, but preferably 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to develop and intensify.
  • Stir gently before serving. If needed, add a tablespoon of mayo to refresh the creaminess.

Notes

For a healthier version, replace half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Never leave macaroni salad at room temperature for more than 2 hours (1 hour in hot weather) for food safety.
Making the salad 24 hours ahead allows flavors to develop more fully.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 7gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 380mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Guy Fieri, Macaroni Salad, Pasta Salad, Picnic Food, BBQ Side Dish
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