Description
Cheddar Sour Cream Macaroni Salad is a creamy and refreshing dish that combines ziti pasta with rich cheddar cheese and an array of colorful vegetables. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or casual family dinners. The combination of sour cream and mayonnaise creates a zesty dressing that enhances the flavors of fresh veggies like bell peppers, carrots, and celery. Not only is it quick to prepare, but it’s also easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its hearty texture and satisfying taste, this macaroni salad is sure to become a favorite at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. Ziti Pasta
- 1.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Sour Cream
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 1 medium Red Onion
- 1 large Carrot
- 2 stems Celery
- 2 tablespoons diced Pimientos
- 1 lb. Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Cook the ziti pasta in boiling water until al dente; rinse with cold water.
- Dice the red onion, bell pepper, and celery; mix in a large bowl with celery salt and seed.
- Grate the carrot and add it to the vegetable mix.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, and optional seasoning.
- Combine the vegetable mix with the dressing and gently fold in cooked pasta.
- Add diced cheddar cheese; mix well.
- Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg