Summer Macaroni Salad

This recipe has to be the best macaroni salad recipe ever! It has been loved by our family and friends for many years, and I have yet to meet a single person who didn't love it. Perfect for picnics and summer get-togethers.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 220 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 dash paprika
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
• 1 dash ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
• ½ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
• ½ pint cherry tomatoes, chopped
• 1 ½ tablespoons diced onion

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, about 8 minutes.

Step 2

While the macaroni is cooking, mix salad dressing, sugar, vinegar, mustard, relish, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.

Step 3

Drain macaroni, rinse under cold water, and drain again. Add to the salad dressing mixture with tomatoes, celery, and onion. Stir until thoroughly coated. Sprinkle with paprika. Refrigerate until ready to serve.