Cheddar Sour Cream Macaroni Salad
Cheddar Sour Cream Macaroni Salad Recipe is a refreshing take on the classic pasta salad, perfect for any gathering or family meal. This delightful dish features ziti pasta enveloped in a creamy blend of sour cream and mayonnaise, complemented by crunchy fresh vegetables and rich cheddar cheese. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or summer barbecues, this salad bursts with flavor and vibrant colors that will appeal to all ages. Quick to prepare and even better when chilled, it’s an easy make-ahead option that transports well and pairs beautifully with various mains.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ziti Pasta
- 1.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Sour Cream
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 1 medium Red Onion
- 1 large Carrot
- 2 stems Celery
- 1 lb Cheddar Cheese
- 2 teaspoons Celery Salt
- 2 teaspoons Celery Seed
- 2 teaspoons White Sugar
- 2 tablespoons diced Pimientos with the liquid
Instructions
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente; rinse with cold water and drain.
- Finely chop the red bell pepper, onion, and celery; combine them in a large bowl.
- Grate the carrot and add it to the vegetable mix along with diced pimientos.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and white sugar; adjust seasonings as desired.
- Combine the dressing with the vegetable mixture and fold in the cooled pasta.
- Dice cheddar cheese into small pieces and gently mix it into the salad.
- Chill for at least 4 hours before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg