Classic Macaroni Salad with Ham and Cheddar
This classic pasta salad features macaroni, ham, cheese, and peas in a creamy dressing. It's perfect for a potluck, cookout, or picnic.
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked macaroni
- 2 tablespoons oil (such as vegetable oil or olive oil)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
- ¼ cup fresh minced onion (or 1 tablespoon dried minced onion)
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup diced cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup diced celery
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions in salted boiling water. Drain and place in a large bowl.
- While the macaroni is still hot, stir in the oil, vinegar, onion, and seasoned salt. Let cool.
- When the macaroni is cool, stir in the mayonnaise, diced cheddar, peas, ham, and celery.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
You can make the macaroni salad up to one day ahead. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Give it a stir before serving.
Any leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. I don't recommend freezing the salad as the freezing/thawing process can affect the texture.
Want to change it up? Add any of these:
- 1 small diced green bell pepper
- 2–3 chopped hard boiled eggs
- 3–4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
- ½ cup diced olives
- Switch up the cheese to your favorite variety.
Nutrition
Calories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 9gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 442mgPotassium: 144mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 277IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 1mg
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