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Easy Summer Macaroni Salad

Easy and Delicious. The perfect grill out salad:)
Course Salad
Cuisine All-American
Keyword macaroni, macaroni salad, Salad
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 16 Servings
Author Lynn / Turnips 2 Tangerines

Ingredients

  • 1- (16 oz.) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise, plus 2 tablespoons
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 each mini sweet yellow, orange and red peppers, finely chopped
  • 1 small green pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • 1 or 2 dill pickles, diced
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again.
  • In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, sugar and seasonings until blended. In a large bowl, combine macaroni, peppers, onion, celery and pickles. Add dressing; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or until chilled.
  • Before serving, stir in the extra 2 tablespoons mayonnaise if necessary. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.