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Macaroni Dill Pasta Salad

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A cooling bowl of Macaroni Dill Pasta Salad with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta & Veggies
  • 2 cups macaroni noodles (uncooked) Cook according to package directions
  • 1 cup radish (chopped)
  • 1 piece green pepper (chopped)
Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill (chopped) Fresh is essential for best flavor
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
Seasonings
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the macaroni noodles until al dente and rinse them in cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to make the dressing. Stir well until mixed.
  3. Add the cooled macaroni, chopped radishes, and green pepper to the dressing and gently stir until everything is coated.
  4. Sprinkle in the cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad is perfect for meal prep; make it a day ahead for gatherings to save time. To elevate the dish, feel free to add diced cucumbers or swap in different herbs.
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