Creamy, tangy, and full of bold flavor pasta magic — Guy Fieri’s Mac Salad is the ultimate BBQ potluck dish and celebrity chef side everyone loves.

Scale

1 lb (about 450 g) elbow macaroni

1 cup mayonnaise

1 tbsp yellow mustard

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup sweet pickle relish

1/4 cup chopped celery

1/4 cup chopped onion

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

Optional: 2–3 chopped hard-boiled eggs

Paprika for garnish

1. Bring salted water to a boil and cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and cool.

2. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, relish, celery, onion, salt, and pepper.

3. Add cooled pasta and mix well.

4. Fold in chopped eggs if using.

5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

6. Serve chilled and sprinkle paprika before serving.

Best served chilled. Letting it rest overnight enhances the flavor. Add a spoon of mayo before serving to refresh texture.

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