Description
Gordon Ramsay’s Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and loaded with crisp vegetables. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish, this salad combines tender elbow macaroni with a flavorful dressing made from mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and white wine vinegar. Bright, fresh, and easy to make, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp parsley or chives, diced
Instructions
1. Boil 2 cups elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside to cool.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp white wine vinegar until smooth.
3. Stir in finely chopped 2 stalks celery, 1 cup red bell pepper and ¼ cup red onion. Mix well.
4. Gently fold the cooled pasta into the dressing and vegetables, ensuring every piece is coated.
5. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
6. Garnish with optional chopped 1 tbsp parsley or chives and serve chilled.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the salad chill for a few hours before serving.
Use fresh, crunchy vegetables for the best texture.
Adjust mayonnaise or vinegar to your preferred creaminess and tang.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 107mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.03g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 6mg