Description
Gordon Ramsay’s Macaroni Salad Recipe is a delightful twist on a classic dish, perfect for any occasion—from summer picnics to family barbecues. This gourmet macaroni salad combines vibrant vegetables with a creamy dressing, elevating your pasta dish to new heights. The unique balance of sweet gherkins and tangy red wine vinegar adds a burst of flavor, while the rich texture from mayonnaise and sour cream makes it irresistible. Whip it up in just 30 minutes and serve it chilled for the best taste experience. Whether as a side dish or a standalone meal, this macaroni salad will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dry macaroni noodles
- ½ cup finely diced sweet gherkins
- ¾ cup finely diced red bell pepper
- ⅓ cup thinly sliced celery
- ⅓ cup finely diced red onion
- 2 large hard-boiled eggs, finely diced
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 Tbsp sweet pickle juice
- 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ tsp garlic powder
- ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper
Instructions
- 1. Cook the macaroni: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni noodles and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water; toss with olive oil.
- 2. Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine cooked macaroni, sweet gherkins, red bell pepper, celery, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs.
- 3. Prepare the dressing: In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, sweet pickle juice, red wine vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper until smooth.
- 4. Mix everything: Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- 5. Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg