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Gordon Ramsay Macaroni Salad Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Macaroni Salad Recipe with a Fresh Twist

Elevate your classic dish with Gordon Ramsay's Macaroni Salad, featuring a zesty Dijon dressing and fresh vegetables.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni Substitution: Small shells or ditalini can be used.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitution: Other color peppers or diced cucumber.
  • 2 stalks Celery Substitution: Chopped jicama.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Substitution: Green onions.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Thawed before use; fresh peas can be used.
  • 2 large Hard-Boiled Eggs Omit for a vegan version.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitution: Vegan mayo for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Substitution: Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard Essential for taste.
  • 2 tbsp White Wine Vinegar Substitution: Apple cider vinegar.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • optional Chives or Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add elbow macaroni and cook for 7–9 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prep vegetables: dice red bell pepper, chop celery, and finely slice red onion. Combine with thawed peas and quartered hard-boiled eggs in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In another bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and white wine vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Add cooled pasta to the bowl with vegetables. Pour dressing over and gently fold together without mashing ingredients.
  5. Cover salad and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Toss to recombine ingredients before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the pasta is cooked al dente and use fresh vegetables for the best results. This salad is perfect for make-ahead meals.

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