Jalapeño Popper Macaroni Salad
A vibrant dish that combines creamy macaroni salad with the spicy zest of jalapeño poppers, perfect for family gatherings and BBQs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups elbow macaroni (cooked and cooled)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 2–3 fresh jalapeños (finely chopped, seeds removed)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Optional extra bacon crumbles
- Optional jalapeño slices for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni: Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook elbow macaroni until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- Prepare the dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Mix it up: Fold cooled macaroni into the dressing, then add cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped jalapeños, and green onions. Toss gently.
- Let it chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
- Serve: Toss salad again, adjust seasoning, garnish if desired, and serve chilled.
Notes
Use high-quality mayonnaise for the best flavor. Remove jalapeño seeds for less heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/jalapeno-popper-macaroni-salad/
