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Trinidadian Macaroni Salad

A creamy Caribbean pasta salad featuring tender macaroni tossed with green peas, grated carrots, sweet bell pepper, and a tangy mayonnaise dressing.

25 minEasyServes 6340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup carrot, grated
  • 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add 8 oz elbow macaroni, and cook according to package directions until tender.

  2. 2

    Drain the cooked elbow macaroni, rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop cooking, and drain completely.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp yellow mustard, 1 tsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper until smooth.

  4. 4

    Add elbow macaroni, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/2 cup grated carrot, 1/2 cup thawed frozen green peas, and 1/2 cup finely diced celery to the dressing bowl.

  5. 5

    Toss everything gently until thoroughly combined, then cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Trinidadian Macaroni Salad?

As written, 25 minutes: 15 of prep and 10 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 5, 30 minutes. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Can I make Trinidadian Macaroni Salad gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Trinidadian Macaroni Salad is 8 oz elbow macaroni. Swap the pasta for a gluten-free one, cooked a minute short of its package time. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Trinidadian Macaroni Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 3/4 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Trinidadian Macaroni Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 340 calories, with 7 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Trinidadian Macaroni Salad?

It is not a good candidate. The base of Trinidadian Macaroni Salad is carrot, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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