Classic Vegan Macaroni Salad

Classic Vegan Macaroni Salad
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 24
Best Season: Spring, Summer
Description

This Classic Vegan Macaroni Salad has everything you want from an old-fashioned pasta salad—creamy, tangy, slightly sweet, and loaded with texture. Tender elbow macaroni is tossed with crunchy celery, dill pickles, black olives, colorful pimientos, and cubes of plant-based cheddar for plenty of flavor in every forkful. 

The creamy dressing combines vegan mayo with white wine vinegar and yellow mustard, giving the salad a delicious balance of savory and tangy-sweet flavors. Chill it before serving and bring it along to picnics, potlucks, backyard cookouts, or family gatherings—this is the kind of classic side dish that fits right in wherever good food is being shared.

Ingredients
  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni (for Gluten-Free use GF pasta)
  • 6 ribs of celery (diced)
  • 4 large dill pickles (diced)
  • 4 ounces sliced black olives
  • 4 ounces pimentos
  • 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 10 ounces block of plant-based cheddar cheese
Instructions
  1. 1

    Add the elbow macaroni to a large pot of heavily salted boiling water. Cook according to package directions, about 7 minutes or just until al dente.

     

  2. 2

    Strain the macaroni and rinse immediately with cold water to stop cooking. Strain and transfer to a large salad bowl.

  3. 3

    Add the celery, pickles, black olives, and pimentos.

     

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. 

  5. 5
    Bowl of Classic Vegan Macaroni Salad with a slice of French bread and iced tea on a wood dining table.

    Pour the mixture over the macaroni and vegetables and stir to combine. Fold in the vegan cheese and adjust seasonings as needed. 

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Serving Size 1/2 cup

Amount Per Serving
Calories 184kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.2g15%
Saturated Fat 2.2g12%
Sodium 480mg20%
Potassium 120mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 21.5g8%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 25 mcg
Vitamin C 3 mg
Calcium 55 mg
Iron 1.1 mg
Vitamin E 0.8 mg
Vitamin K 12 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.06 mg
Folate 48 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.1 mcg
Magnesium 15 mg
Zinc 0.5 mg
Selenium 10 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Vegan Macaroni Salad Recipe, Classic Macaroni Salad, Dairy-Free Macaroni Salad, Easy Macaroni Salad
Read it online: https://sproutfulkitchen.com/recipe/vegan-macaroni-salad/