Classic Macaroni Salad Made Lighter Recipes

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CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD

This classic macaroni salad recipe is a refreshingly light take on an all-time favorite. It's perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or festive weekend barbecue. -Dorothy Bayes, Sardis, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12



Classic Macaroni Salad image

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely. , For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickle relish, sugar substitute, mustard, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, celery, carrot and onion. Add dressing and toss gently to coat. , Refrigerate until serving. Garnish with egg and paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped carrot
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
Dash paprika

CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD

This is a salad that everyone seems to love. I always get lots of compliments on this recipe and it is just a pleasing taste that seems to suit everyone.

Provided by Graden

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12



Classic Macaroni Salad image

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in the onion, celery, green pepper, carrot, pimentos and macaroni. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving, but preferably overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 528.6 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
⅔ cup white sugar
2 ½ tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
¼ cup grated carrot
2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers

CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD - MADE LIGHTER!

This is a great recipe for healthier macaroni salad. Very creamy and lots of flavor. Great side dish to burgers, such as Greek-style turkey burgers, recipe #13285.

Provided by Karamia

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12



Classic Macaroni Salad - Made Lighter! image

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to directions, drain and rinse with cold water and let cool completely.
  • Combine mayo, pickle relish, sugar substitute, mustard, salt and pepper to make dressing.
  • Mix together pasta, celery, carrots and onion; then gently mix in dressing; stir to combine well.
  • Garnish with sliced egg and dash of paprika.
  • Chill completely, serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.6, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 39.6, Sodium 480.7, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 6.1, Protein 6.1

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise (low-fat is good too)
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons sugar substitute, such as Splenda
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1/3 cup finely diced carrot
1/4 cup finely diced onion
1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
1 dash paprika

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