Fresh & Fiber-Forward Macaroni Salad
This easy macaroni salad is our go-to summer dinner idea — ready in under an hour, packed with 12g protein thanks to Hero Noodles™ Elbows, and 0g sugar. Make it for cookouts, potlucks, or easy weeknight sides.
Want to amp up the protein with minimal effort? Add grilled chicken, a can of your favorite beans, or chunks of your favorite cheese.
*Comparison is to best-selling grocery store elbow macaroni; data accurate as of 7/24/25. Not a low-calorie food. See nutrition information for sodium and sugar content.
Servings
4 (as a side)
Prep Time
15
Cook Time
25
Total Time
40
1
Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until the noodles are al dente (approximately 10 minutes). Let cool.
2
Dice the celery, red onion, and bell pepper. Cut the tomatoes into quarters and finely chop the parsley.
3
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, mustard, salt, honey, and lemon juice. Set aside.
4
In a large bowl, add noodles, celery, red onion, bell pepper, tomatoes and parsley. Mix in the dressing. Stir to combine. Enjoy!
5
If meal prepping, divide into containers and store in fridge. They should keep up to 4 days.
