Bacon & Macaroni Salad with Tangy Mustard Dressing

Recipe Collection: Salads

Bacon & Macaroni Salad with Tangy Mustard Dressing elevates your gatherings with a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Featuring crispy bacon, tender macaroni, and a tangy mustard dressing, this American dish is not vegetarian and contains eggs, dairy, and gluten, making it a hearty option for meat lovers. Its rich and satisfying flavor profile makes it ideal for picnics, barbecues, or potlucks.

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Overview

This Creamy Bacon & Macaroni Salad is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for picnics or grilling gatherings. The combination of crispy bacon, tender macaroni, and a tangy mustard dressing creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that will impress your guests.

Diet Type

Not Vegetarian

Allergies

Eggs, Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 12

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Pound (lb) bacon, sliced
• 16 Ounces (oz) elbow macaroni, packaged
• 1 Cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 Cup sour cream
• 0.25 Cup sugar, granulated
• 0.25 Cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) mustard, prepared yellow
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 4 Whole eggs, hard-cooked and minced
• 3 Whole tomatoes, seeded and minced
• 1 Large cucumber, peeled and minced
• 0.5 Cup celery, minced
• 0.5 Cup green olives, sliced

Steps

1. Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crisp and evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then crumble and set aside.
2. Prepare the Macaroni: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
3. Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, salt, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
4. Assemble the Salad: Add the crumbled bacon, cooked macaroni, chopped eggs, tomatoes, cucumber, and celery to the dressing. Gently fold the ingredients until they are evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the sliced green olives over the top of the salad. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy your creamy, tangy, and satisfying salad!

Enjoy your homemade Bacon & Macaroni Salad with Tangy Mustard Dressing!