Gordon Ramsay Macaroni Salad Recipe 

This creamy and tasty macaroni salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or easy lunches. It’s filled with fresh veggies and has a delicious dressing that makes it extra special.

Ingredients Needed:

• 8 oz dry macaroni noodles 
• ½ cup finely diced sweet gherkins 
• ¾ cup finely diced red bell pepper about ½ pepper
• ⅓ cup thinly sliced celery
• ⅓ cup finely diced red onion
• 2 large hard-boiled eggs, finely diced

Macaroni Salad Dressing:

• ¾ cup mayonnaise 
• ¼ cup sour cream 
• 2 Tablespoons sweet pickle juice
• 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar*
• 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
• ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper

How To Make Macaroni Salad Recipe?

1. Cook the Macaroni: Boil macaroni noodles as per the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Drizzle with olive oil and stir to prevent sticking.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the 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, pepper, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper (if using) until smooth.
4. Mix Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture. Toss until everything is well coated.
5. Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors blend. Stir before serving.

Recipe Tips:

• Rinse the Macaroni with Cold Water: After cooking, rinse the pasta under cold water to stop it from cooking more. This also removes extra starch so the noodles don’t get sticky.
• Let the Salad Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving. This helps the flavors blend, making it taste much better.
• Dice Ingredients Very Small: Cut the vegetables and eggs into very small pieces so every bite has a mix of flavors. This also makes the salad easier to eat.
• Use the Right Mayo: A good-quality olive oil mayo makes the dressing creamy and rich. If using regular mayo, mix in a little extra pickle juice for better flavor.
• Adjust the Dressing to Your Liking: If the salad seems dry after chilling, add a little extra mayo or pickle juice before serving to keep it creamy and fresh.

How To Store Leftovers?

First, let the leftover macaroni salad cool to room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before serving to refresh the texture.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 408 kcal
• Total Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 79mg
• Sodium: 463mg
• Potassium: 210mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 36g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 8g

Try More Gordon Ramsay Recipes:

• Gordon Ramsay Caprese Salad Recipe 
• Gordon Ramsay Thai Beef Salad Recipe 
• Gordon Ramsay Salmon Nicoise Salad Recipe