Mohamed Shili This delicious macaroni salad, inspired by Paula Deen, is a quick and creamy side dish perfect for any meal. Made with simple, everyday ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, celery, and bell peppers, it’s easy to whip up in minutes. Its tangy mustard and seasoned dressing make it irresistibly flavorful, and it’s versatile for picnics or weeknight dinners!
Recipe Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 3 hard boiled chopped eggs
- 1 cup chopped celery
- ¼ cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon Paula Deen Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Paula Deen Silly Salt
- 1 tablespoon mustard
How To Make Mac Salad?
- Cook the macaroni : Boil the macaroni as per package instructions. Drain and let it cool completely before proceeding.
- Prepare the eggs and vegetables : Chop the hard-boiled eggs, celery, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine the ingredients : In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked macaroni, chopped eggs, celery, and bell pepper.
- Mix the dressing : Add the mayonnaise, Lemon Pepper Seasoning, Silly Salt, and mustard to the bowl. Stir until all the ingredients are well coated.
- Serve or chill : Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate it for a few hours to enhance the flavors before serving.
Recipe Tips:
- Cook the macaroni perfectly: Make sure the macaroni is al dente (firm but cooked) to avoid it turning mushy when mixed with the dressing. Rinse with cold water after draining to stop the cooking process.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh celery and bell peppers give the salad a crisp texture, and freshly boiled eggs provide the best flavor.
- Let the salad chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors meld together for a tastier dish.
- Adjust the seasoning: Taste the salad after mixing and add more lemon pepper seasoning, mustard, or salt if needed for a perfectly balanced flavor.
- Prevent sogginess: If preparing in advance, keep the dressing separate and mix it in just before serving to maintain the salad’s texture.
How To Store Leftovers?
Let the leftover macaroni salad cool to room temperature before storing. Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Stir before serving to redistribute the dressing.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 791mg
- Potassium: 191mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 29g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 9g
- Protein: 5g
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Paula Deen Mac Salad
Description
This delicious macaroni salad, inspired by Paula Deen, is a quick and creamy side dish perfect for any meal. Made with simple, everyday ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, celery, and bell peppers, it’s easy to whip up in minutes. Its tangy mustard and seasoned dressing make it irresistibly flavorful, and it’s versatile for picnics or weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni : Boil the macaroni as per package instructions. Drain and let it cool completely before proceeding.
- Prepare the eggs and vegetables : Chop the hard-boiled eggs, celery, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine the ingredients : In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked macaroni, chopped eggs, celery, and bell pepper.
- Mix the dressing : Add the mayonnaise, Lemon Pepper Seasoning, Silly Salt, and mustard to the bowl. Stir until all the ingredients are well coated.
- Serve or chill : Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate it for a few hours to enhance the flavors before serving.
Notes
- Cook the macaroni perfectly: Make sure the macaroni is al dente (firm but cooked) to avoid it turning mushy when mixed with the dressing. Rinse with cold water after draining to stop the cooking process.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh celery and bell peppers give the salad a crisp texture, and freshly boiled eggs provide the best flavor.
- Let the salad chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors meld together for a tastier dish.
- Adjust the seasoning: Taste the salad after mixing and add more lemon pepper seasoning, mustard, or salt if needed for a perfectly balanced flavor.
- Prevent sogginess: If preparing in advance, keep the dressing separate and mix it in just before serving to maintain the salad’s texture.
