How to Make Marinated Macaroni Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's no denying the fact that a good macaroni salad is a classic addition to any summer cookout or picnic. The creamy, tangy dressing combined with the tender pasta and crunchy vegetables make for a flavorful and satisfying dish that everyone loves. If you're in search of a standout macaroni salad recipe that will impress your friends and family, then look no further than this Marinated Macaroni Salad. This recipe takes the traditional macaroni salad to the next level with a delicious and ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup canola oil
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • ⅔ cup ketchup
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 cups rotini pasta
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Whisk canola oil, sugar, ketchup, vinegar, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Set aside to let the flavors blend for 30 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
  • Combine cooled pasta, tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, and cucumber in a bowl.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat.
  • Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.
  • Nutrition

    504 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 810mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 323mg