Description
Gordon Ramsay’s Macaroni Salad is a vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic dish, perfect for any gathering or family meal. This salad combines al dente macaroni with a delightful mix of fresh vegetables and protein-rich hard-boiled eggs, all brought together by a creamy dressing that balances tangy pickle juice and rich mayonnaise. Easy to prepare and versatile, this macaroni salad can be served as a main dish or as a side, complementing grilled meats at barbecues or picnics. Make it ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld, ensuring every bite is packed with deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dry macaroni noodles
- ½ cup sweet gherkins, diced
- ¾ cup red bell pepper, diced
- ⅓ cup celery, sliced
- ⅓ cup red onion, diced
- 2 large hard-boiled eggs, diced
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 Tbsp sweet pickle juice
- 1 Tbsp red apple vinegar
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted water until al dente; rinse under cold water and toss with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni with sweet gherkins, red bell pepper, celery, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper until smooth.
- Pour dressing over the macaroni mixture; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 95mg