Description
Indulge in the creamy and satisfying flavors of this Cheddar Sour Cream Macaroni Salad, a delightful twist on a classic deli favorite. This easy-to-make dish features ziti pasta enveloped in a rich dressing of mayonnaise and sour cream, complemented by colorful vegetables and sharp cheddar cheese. Ideal for summer picnics, barbecues, or potlucks, this salad is sure to impress your guests with its vibrant flavors and satisfying textures. Best enjoyed chilled, it’s not only delicious but also versatile enough to serve as a side or a standalone meal.
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 tablespoons diced pimientos
Instructions
- Cook ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and cool.
- Finely dice the red onion, red bell pepper, and celery; combine in a large bowl with celery salt and seed.
- Grate the carrot and add it to the vegetable mix.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and white sugar; season to taste.
- Combine the dressing with the vegetable mixture; let sit for 15 minutes.
- Toss with cooled pasta and fold in diced cheddar cheese.
- Chill for at least 4 hours before serving for optimum flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg