Old-Fashioned Macaroni Salad with Sweet Pickles

Welcome to a taste of nostalgia with our Old-Fashioned Macaroni Salad with sweet pickles and a creamy dressing that's sure to bring back memories of family gatherings and picnics in the park. This classic cold salad recipe balances the tangy sweetness of pickles with the creamy richness of mayo and sour cream, creating a perfect side dish for any occasion.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 30 minute meal, cold pasta salad, cold salad, deli recipe, easy salad, easy side dish, make ahead, potluck recipe

Servings: Servings

Calories: 285kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

Blue Bowl

Serving Spoons

Large pot

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Ingredients

8 Ounces Elbow Macaroni
½ Medium Onion diced and can be sweet , red, white, or green onions
1 Rib Celery diced, finely chop leaves for decoration if desired
3 Medium Sweet Pickles diced, or bread and butter pickles
2 Large Eggs Hard-cooked and diced

For the Dressing

1/3 Cup Mayonnaise or Miracle Whip
¼ Cup Sour Cream
1 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard
2 Teaspoons Sweet Pickle Juice
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
8 Ounces Elbow Macaroni
In a mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, sweet pickle juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to your taste preferences.
1/3 Cup Mayonnaise, ¼ Cup Sour Cream, 1 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard, 2 Teaspoons Sweet Pickle Juice, Salt and black pepper to taste
In a large bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, diced onion, celery, sweet pickles, and hard-boiled eggs.
½ Medium Onion, 1 Rib Celery, 3 Medium Sweet Pickles, 2 Large Eggs
Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and gently toss until well coated. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
For a pretty presentation, I like to transfer the cold salad to a serving bowl and garnish with the diced celery leaves or some parsley. Even a few sliced pickles or a dollop of sweet pickle relish.

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