SWEET N TANGY MACARONI SALAD

Sweet N Tangy Macaroni Salad image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 c macaroni or favorite pasta - i mixed a couple together- cook as directed, drain and rinse
1/4 c red or green bell pepper, diced small
1 medium red onion, diced small - or sweet onion
2 small stalks celery, diced
6 boiled, shelled and diced eggs - save one for garnish - mom likes lots of eggs in hers, use what you like
3 baby carrots, diced or shredded
DRESSING
1 1/2 c mayonnaise
1 1/2 Tbsp dijon mustard
1/4 c plus 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or could use cider vinegar
3/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
about 1 c sugar
1/4 tsp tumeric - optional
1/4 tsp dry mustard
paprika for garnish

Steps:

1. Cook pasta in salted water for required time on package directions. Drain and rinse well. Place all salad ingredients in a large serving bow and toss well.
2. Place all dressing ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk well, until well blended. I now, taste dressing to see if it needs any additional seasonings.
3. Pour dressing over pasta and toss, making sure all is coated well. I save an eggs and slice to place on top of salad for garnish. Sprinkle with paprika for color. Refrigerate to chill for a good 2 hours or until ready to serve. As with any salad, they get better the longer the ingredients have time to mingle. Enjoy!