Cajun macaroni salad
A creamy and flavorful Cajun macaroni salad with a zesty kick, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 pound Elbow macaroni
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Celery Finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Red onion Finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Green bell pepper Finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Parsley Fresh, chopped
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun seasoning, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add the drained macaroni, chopped celery, red onion, green bell pepper, and parsley to the bowl with the dressing.
- Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Ensure the macaroni is well coated with the dressing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
This salad is best served chilled. You can add other vegetables like diced pickles or corn for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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