Dolly Parton’s Macaroni Salad Recipe
A creamy and flavorful macaroni salad made with cucumbers, green peppers, relish, hard-boiled eggs, and a rich dressing of mayonnaise, sour cream, and milk. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family gatherings.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound macaroni
- 2 cups cucumber diced
- 1 cup green bell pepper diced
- 2 tablespoons onion finely grated
- ½ cup sweet pickle relish
- 2 hard-boiled eggs chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup milk
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the macaroni until al dente. Drain thoroughly and rinse under cold water to cool. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Combine Vegetables:
- Add the diced cucumber, green bell pepper, pickle relish, and grated onion to the cooled macaroni. Stir to distribute evenly.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
Assemble the Salad:
- Pour the prepared dressing over the macaroni mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are fully coated. Carefully fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs.
Chill and Serve:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
To prepare this dish gluten-free, substitute the macaroni with a certified gluten-free pasta. Ensure that the pickle relish and other condiments used are labeled gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.