Ingredients
– 2 cups elbow macaroni
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumber, diced
– 1 cup bell pepper, diced
– 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup sweet corn (canned or frozen)
– 1/2 cup mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup sour cream
– 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Macaroni Pasta Salad is straightforward. Follow these simple steps for delicious results:
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Set aside.
3. Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Combine Ingredients: Once the pasta is cool, add it to the bowl with the dressing. Stir to coat the pasta evenly.
5. Add the Vegetables: Gently fold in the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and corn until well combined.
6. Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
7. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with fresh parsley.
These steps will guide you in creating this amazing Macaroni Pasta Salad effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 6g