Description
Indulge in the creamy, tangy delight of Cheddar Sour Cream Macaroni Salad, a perfect summer side dish that brings a refreshing twist to your gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe combines ziti pasta with a rich dressing of sour cream and mayonnaise, mingled with vibrant vegetables and sharp cheddar cheese. Whether it’s for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners, each bite offers a burst of flavor and satisfying texture that will impress your guests. Best of all, it can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Dive into this delicious homemade salad that’s sure to become a seasonal favorite!
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
- Seasonings: celery salt and celery seed
Instructions
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente; rinse with cold water and drain.
- In a large bowl, finely dice the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sprinkle with celery salt and seed; toss.
- Grate the carrot and add it to the vegetable mixture along with diced pimientos.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar; adjust seasonings as desired.
- Combine the dressing with the vegetables and mix well.
- Toss the chilled pasta with the salad mixture until evenly coated.
- Dice cheddar cheese small and fold into the salad gently.
- Let chill for at least four hours before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg