Description
Mexican Macaroni Salad is a vibrant and creamy twist on the classic dish, bursting with zesty flavors and colorful ingredients. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or any casual gathering, this delightful salad combines macaroni pasta with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing that will have everyone asking for the recipe. Enjoy the celebration of flavors as you serve this crowd-pleaser at your next event!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
- 1 jalapeño, diced (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the diced red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro into the dressing.
- Gently mix in the cooled macaroni until fully coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing/Chilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg