Southern macaroni salad is a classic side dish that's perfect for your next picnic. This cold side dish is filled with macaroni, diced vegetables, and eggs, coated in a creamy and flavorful dressing.
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente pasta. Drain, rinse with cold water, and allow to cool to room temperature.
In a large bowl, add mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk to combine.
To the dressing add macaroni, onion, celery, bell pepper, and eggs. Toss until evenly coated.
Pour macaroni salad into a serving dish and top with chopped parsley. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Notes
Macaroni salad will keep for 3 to 5 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator and can be made up to a day ahead of an event.
Optionally, reserve one hard boiled egg to slice and use as a garnish on top along with a sprinkling of paprika.
Macaroni salad can sit out for up to 2 hours at room temperature (1 hour if temperatures are 90 degrees F and above) before requiring additional refrigeration.