Simple Macaroni Salad Recipe

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and rinse with cold water until no longer hot. Transfer noodles to a large bowl.
Stir in red bell peppers, green bell peppers, green onions, celery and olive oil. Mix in mayonnaise and soup mix. Refrigerate for a few hours before serving.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (8 total)

Calories
436 cal
22%

Fat
24.5 g
38%

Carbs
45.8 g
15%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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CRANKYGIRL

Aug. 2, 2003

"I cook a lot. I've worked in professional kitchens in NYC. I am amazed and I mean amazed, at how good and how easy this recipe is. Usually, I'm all about fresh ingredients, but I have to say that t..." See morehe soup mix really makes the flavor come alive. I did make substitutions: I didn't have any packets of vegetable soup mix, only jars of mushroom soup mix and onion soup mix. I used a little of both until the flavor was at a nice level. Also I added sliced black olives I can't recommend it enough!"

FIEDME

Jan. 14, 2007

"This recipie is a GREAT start. I find that if you add about 1-2 tbs of vinegar - and dash of sugar (to taste)- viola! EVERYONE that tries it asks me for the recipie. It's a big hit!!..." See more"

LDYLVBGR

May. 18, 2003

"Very good! Even my dh says so! So it's a keeper! I too added 1/2 C sour cream with the mayo, a little milk, and also added in chopped red onion, pepper and olives. I also sifted the dry soup mix, the..." See moren crushed the dried vegies then added them back in, for the flavor. Turned out GREAT! THANK YOU!"

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