Best 5 Macaroni Dill Salad Recipes

Macaroni dill salad is a classic summer side dish that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. This salad is made with cooked macaroni, fresh dill, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a variety of other ingredients, such as celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. It's a creamy, tangy, and refreshing salad that's sure to be a hit with everyone.

This article features three different macaroni dill salad recipes. The first recipe is a classic macaroni dill salad made with all of the traditional ingredients. The second recipe is a lighter version of the classic salad, made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise and sour cream. The third recipe is a vegan macaroni dill salad, made with plant-based mayonnaise and sour cream. All three recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MACARONI SALAD WITH DILL AND HAM

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/4 medium red onion, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus additional for salting water
8 ounces elbow macaroni (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup sour cream
6 ounces cooked ham, cut into 1/3-inch cubes
3/4 cup frozen baby peas, thawed (about 4 ounces)
2 ribs celery, with leaves, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

To mellow the minced onion, soak it in cold water while you make the salad.
Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat and salt it generously. Add the macaroni and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain the macaroni in a colander, put in a serving bowl, and toss with the milk. Allow the macaroni to cool slightly while you make the dressing.
For the dressing: Whisk the vinegar, mustard, the 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper to taste in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in the sour cream.
Drain the onions, pat dry, and add to the macaroni along with the ham, peas, celery, and dill. Add the dressing and fold to coat the pasta evenly. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

MACARONI SALAD WITH DILL

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Quick, easy to make Macaroni Salad with a touch of dill to give it a little extra zip. This can be easily altered by adding additional veggies, like carrots, green peppers, or diced tomatoes. For a more hearty salad, diced chicken can also be added. Light mayo can be substituted to reduce calories.

Provided by styxdancer

Categories Low Protein

Time 50m

Yield 4 cups, 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

8 ounces cooked macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Cook, drain, and rinse pasta. Combine all ingredients and stir until well blended. Chill for a minimum of 4 hours before serving.

MACARONI SALAD WITH DILL AND HAM

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This is from Food TV's website (next to Zaar, my favorite recipe website.) I have not made this yet, am posting for future use. Can't wait to try it, though! The recipe also had this interesting comment: Why the milk? When we left it out of the recipe, the macaroni absorbed too much of the dressing and the salad was overly acidic. Adding just a couple tablespoons mellowed the dressing and gave the salad a wonderful old-fashioned quality without being goopy or heavy.

Provided by Barb Witherspoon

Categories Summer

Time 28m

Yield 1 bowl, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/4 medium red onion, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus additional for salting water
8 ounces elbow macaroni (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
fresh ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup sour cream
6 ounces cooked ham, cut into 1/3-inch cubes
3/4 cup frozen baby peas, thawed (about 4 ounces)
2 celery ribs, with leaves, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

To mellow the minced onion, soak it in cold water while you make the salad.
Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat and salt it generously. Add the macaroni and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes.
Drain the macaroni in a colander, put in a serving bowl, and toss with the milk. Allow the macaroni to cool slightly while you make the dressing.
Dressing:
Whisk the vinegar, mustard, the 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper to taste in a large bowl.
Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in the sour cream.
Drain the onions, pat dry, and add to the macaroni along with the ham, peas, celery, and dill.
Add the dressing and fold to coat the pasta evenly.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

MACARONI DILL SALAD

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Make and share this Macaroni Dill Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups macaroni, shell
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons green onions, chopped
2 cups cucumbers, chopped partially peeled
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons dill weed
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

Cook shell macaroni with salt; drain.
Add green onion, cucumber, mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, and sugar; mix.
Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.8, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 15.1, Sodium 2483, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 5.5, Protein 5.4

MACARONI DILL SALAD

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This creamy macaroni salad is going to be a hit with your friends and family. The Miracle Whip makes the sauce sweet, but there's a bit of saltiness from the olives. The dill adds tons of flavor to this unusual macaroni salad. The mix of flavors is amazing!

Provided by judy williams

Categories Pasta Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 oz macaroni, cooked
4 boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
1/2 c chopped onion
4 large sweet pickles, chopped
1 c pimiento-stuffed olives, sliced
1 c Miracle Whip
2 Tbsp yellow mustard
2 tsp dill weed
4 Tbsp sweet pickle juice

Steps:

1. Combine first 5 ingredients.
2. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over macaroni.
3. Toss. Chill 1 hour.

Tips:

Choose the right pasta. Elbow macaroni is the classic choice for macaroni salad, but you can use any short pasta shape you like. Penne, shells, and rotini are all good options.
Cook the pasta al dente. This means cooking it until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will become mushy in the salad.
Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and texture to your salad. Some good options include celery, carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and onions.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. Mayonnaise is the traditional dressing for macaroni salad, but you can use any dressing you like. Vinaigrette, yogurt dressing, and even pesto can all be delicious.
Serve the salad chilled. Macaroni salad is best served cold, so make sure to chill it for at least an hour before serving.

Conclusion:

Macaroni salad is a classic summer dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make a macaroni salad that is flavorful, refreshing, and perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a side dish that is both delicious and easy to make, give macaroni salad a try. You won't be disappointed.