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Instant Pot Macaroni Salad

Instant Pot macaroni salad in a serving bowl with chives for garnish.
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With sweet pickles and loads of crunchy veggies, this macaroni salad is a crowd pleaser. 

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 3/4 cup diced celery
  • 1/3 cup chopped sweet pickles
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 4-ounce jar pimientos (diced, drained)

 

Dressing

 

  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle juice
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Creole or Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Dash crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne (optional for spicy version)

Fresh chopped chives or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Put the macaroni in the Instant Pot with 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Lock the lid in place, choose high pressure cook, and set the timer for 3 minutes. It will take approximately 6 to 8 minutes to come to pressure. When it stops cooking, wait 2 minutes and then do a quick release.
  2. Cool the pasta: Transfer the macaroni to a bowl and let it cool.
  3. Add the vegetables: Add the celery, sweet pickles, onion, and pimientos and toss to combine.
  4. Make the dressing: Combine the dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk to blend.
  5. Dress the salad: Add the dressing to the salad and stir until well combined. Transfer the salad to the fridge and let it chill for at least 1 hour to develop the flavors.
  6. Serve: Transfer the macaroni salad to a serving bowl. Enjoy!

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