Guy Fieri’s Macaroni Salad

Guy Fieri's Mac-Daddi-Roni Salad is a bold twist on the classic macaroni salad, combining creamy mayonnaise with a medley of crunchy vegetables and tangy peppers. This vibrant dish features elbow macaroni tossed with red onion, roasted red bell pepper, celery, carrot, peppadew peppers, and pepperoncini. The dressing, made from mayonnaise, garlic, yellow mustard, and white vinegar, adds a zesty kick that elevates the salad's flavor profile. Perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or potlucks, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

• 16 ounces elbow macaroni (1/4-inch tube)

• 2 cups mayonnaise

• 2 tablespoons minced garlic

• 3 tablespoons yellow mustard

• 1 tablespoon white vinegar

• 3/4 cup minced red onion

• 3/4 cup minced roasted red bell pepper

• 1/2 cup diced carrot

• 3/4 cup diced celery

• 1/4 cup diced peppadew peppers

• 1/4 cup minced pepperoncini

• 1 teaspoon sea salt

• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  
  

Directions

1. Cook the Pasta:
   In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, approximately 8–9 minutes. Drain the pasta and immediately transfer it to an ice water bath to cool quickly.

2. Prepare the Dressing:
   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, yellow mustard, and white vinegar. Mix well to combine. Place the dressing in the refrigerator to chill while the pasta cools.

3. Combine Ingredients:
   Once the pasta is cool, transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the minced red onion, roasted red bell pepper, diced carrot, diced celery, peppadew peppers, and minced pepperoncini.

4. Add the Dressing:
   Pour the chilled dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

5. Season:
   Season the salad with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

6. Chill:
   Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 847 kcal

• Total Fat: 61 g

• Saturated Fat: 9 g

• Carbohydrates: 63 g

• Dietary Fiber: 4 g

• Sugar: 5 g

• Protein: 11 g

• Cholesterol: 30 mg

• Sodium: 634 mg