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Mom's Easy Macaroni Salad
Mom's Easy Macaroni Salad
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Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
25 minutes
Make a zesty macaroni salad with hard-boiled egg, roasted red pepper, onion, mayo, and paprika - perfect for hot days and picnics!
Ingredients:
  • 2 cups (about 1/2 pound) dry macaroni pasta (use rice or gluten-free pasta for gluten-free version)
  • Salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped spring onion or green onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar
  • 1 hard boiled egg , chopped
  • 1 roasted red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
  • A generous amount mayonnaise (1/3 to 1/2 cup)
  • Several pinches paprika
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions:
  • Cook the pasta in a pot of generously salted boiling water following package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse the pasta with cool water until it reaches room temperature.
  • Prepare the onions: In a small bowl, combine the chopped onions with lemon juice or vinegar and a splash of water to mellow their flavor while the macaroni cooks.
  • Combine the cooked macaroni, onions, and remaining ingredients in a large serving bowl, adjusting seasonings to taste.

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