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Gordon Ramsay Macaroni Salad

A delightful macaroni salad inspired by Gordon Ramsay, combining sweet gherkins, crispy vegetables, and creamy dressing for a nostalgic summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pasta

  • 8 oz dry macaroni noodles Cook al dente for best texture.

Vegetables

  • ½ cup finely diced sweet gherkins Add sweetness and crunch.
  • ¾ cup finely diced red bell pepper Brightens the salad.
  • ⅓ cup thinly sliced celery Provides a satisfying crunch.
  • ⅓ cup finely diced red onion Adds a subtle bite and enhances flavor.
  • 2 large hard-boiled eggs, finely diced Brings creamy richness.

Dressing

  • ¾ cup mayonnaise For creaminess; use full-fat for flavor.
  • ¼ cup sour cream Adds tanginess.
  • 2 Tbsp sweet pickle juice Provides sweetness and acidity.
  • 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar Enhances flavor.
  • 1 Tbsp sugar Balances acidity.
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard Adds depth.
  • ¼ tsp salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • ¼ tsp black pepper Adds a dash of spice.
  • ⅛ tsp garlic powder Infuses flavor into the dressing.
  • ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper For a hint of heat.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the dry macaroni noodles and cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Drain the noodles in a colander and rinse with cold water.
  • Dice the sweet gherkins, red bell pepper, and red onion. Chop the celery and dice the hard-boiled eggs.

Dressing Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, sweet pickle juice, red wine vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper.
  • Whisk until the dressing is well combined.

Combine and Chill

  • Add the cooled macaroni, chopped veggies, and eggs to the dressing.
  • Stir gently to coat the ingredients.
  • Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

For a healthier option, substitute mayonnaise and sour cream with Greek yogurt. This macaroni salad gets better as leftovers and is great for meal prep.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
Keyword Easy Salad Recipe, Gordon Ramsay, Macaroni Salad, Pasta Salad, Summer Salad
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