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Gordon Ramsay’s Macaroni Salad

Gordon Ramsay’s Macaroni Salad: Creamy, Colorful Delight

Gordon Ramsay’s Macaroni Salad is a creamy, tangy dish filled with vibrant veggies and zesty dressing, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise can substitute half with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 2 stalks Celery sliced
  • 1 small Red Onion chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley minced
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Pickles or Relish
Optional Add-ins
  • 2 large Hard-Boiled Eggs chopped
  • 1 cup Diced Ham
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese your choice

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook macaroni by boiling salted water, adding elbow macaroni, and cooking until al dente.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine cooled macaroni with the dressing until evenly coated.
  4. Fold in diced veggies: red bell pepper, celery, red onion, parsley, and sweet pickles or relish.
  5. Add optional ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, diced ham, or shredded cheese if desired.
  6. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This salad is customizable. Feel free to adjust the ingredients based on personal preferences or dietary needs.

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