Description
A delicious and customizable macaroni salad that combines ham, cheese, and fresh veggies for a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Cups Elbow Macaroni
- 2 Cups Deli Ham, diced
- 1/2 Cup Celery, chopped
- 1 Large Carrot, shredded
- 1 Cup Munster Cheese, diced into small cubes
- 1/4 Cup Red Onion, diced
- 15 Oz Corn, drained
- 2 Tbs Pickled Jalapeno
- 1/2 Cup Sour Cream
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise
- 2 Tbs Pickled Jalapeno Juice from the jar
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente; about 8-10 minutes. Strain and rinse with cold water.
- Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, pickled jalapeno juice, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the Ingredients: Add the cooled macaroni to the creamy dressing and stir until evenly coated.
- Add the Good Stuff: Incorporate the ham, celery, carrot, cheese, onion, jalapenos, and corn. Toss gently until well mixed.
- Chill or Serve: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Enjoy: Serve cold and enjoy your delicious homemade macaroni salad!
Notes
This macaroni salad can be customized with various ingredients according to your preference. It is perfect for meal prep and can be made ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg