One - Two - Three - Mexican Macaroni Salad

This Mexican macaroni salad leans on salsa, bell pepper, black olives, macaroni, and mayonnaise for an easy, flavorful twist on a classic picnic staple.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 368 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
• 1 (16 ounce) package dry macaroni
• 0.5 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
• 1.5 cups chunky salsa

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Rinse under cold running water; drain.

Step 2

Combine salsa, mayonnaise, olives, bell pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl; mix well. Stir in pasta until thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.