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Macaroni Salad

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A tasty and different macaroni salad. Can add in some hard-boiled eggs and/or chopped cooked ham also if desired.
 
22 min 15 min prep
6-8 servings

8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked until firm-tender
3/4 cup mayonnaise (not salad dressing)
1/4 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
salt
black pepper
1-2 large celery rib, cut in 1/4 inch dice
1 large carrot, shredded
1/3 cup minced red onions or use 2 green onions, chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped
1-2 cup frozen peas, thawed

1. In a large bowl,combine mayo, yogurt, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper; stir until blended.
2. Remove about 1/4 cup dressing to a small container, cover and refrigerate.
3. Add cooked macaroni, celery, carrot, red onion, tomato and peas to remaining dressing in a large bowl; stir well to combine.
4. Cover and refrigerate two or more hours, or overnight.
5. Just before serving, add reserved dressing to salad, stir to blend.

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