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Mexican Macaroni Salad

Mexican Macaroni Salad

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Mexican Macaroni Salad is a vibrant and creamy dish that brings together the comforting texture of elbow macaroni with bold Mexican flavors. This delightful salad features tender diced chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing that makes it perfect for any occasion, from summer barbecues to family picnics. It’s not just visually appealing with its colorful ingredients; it’s also packed with nutrition, making it an excellent side dish or light meal option. Quick and easy to prepare, this salad can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for an extra personal touch!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups diced deli chicken
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1 large shredded carrot
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 15 oz drained corn
  • 2 tbsp pickled jalapeños
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp pickled jalapeño juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing by mixing sour cream, mayonnaise, jalapeño juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
  2. Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the bowl and stir gently until evenly coated.
  3. Fold in the chicken, celery, carrot, red onion, jalapeños, and corn until well combined.
  4. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least one hour or serve immediately.
  5. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side dish
  • Method: Mixing/Chilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
  • Calories: 352
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg