Name: Classic Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Kosher salt -; 3/4 lb. elbow pasta -; Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling -; 1/2 c. mayonnaise -; 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice -; 1 tsp. granulated sugar -; Freshly ground black pepper -; 2 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped into 1/2" pieces -; 2 stalks celery, halved lengthwise, sliced -; 1 medium carrot, grated -; 1/2 c. pitted Kalamata olives, halved lengthwise, sliced -

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Ingredients for - Classic Macaroni Salad

1. Kosher salt -

2. 3/4 lb. elbow pasta -

3. Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling -

4. 1/2 c. mayonnaise -

5. 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice -

6. 1 tsp. granulated sugar -

7. Freshly ground black pepper -

8. 2 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped into 1/2" pieces -

9. 2 stalks celery, halved lengthwise, sliced -

10. 1 medium carrot, grated -

11. 1/2 c. pitted Kalamata olives, halved lengthwise, sliced -

How to cook deliciously - Classic Macaroni Salad

1. Stage

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and immediately rinse pasta with cold water. Drain again and transfer to a large bowl. Drizzle with oil to prevent sticking.

2. Stage

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, and granulated sugar until emulsified; season with salt and pepper.

3. Stage

Add tomatoes, celery, carrot, and olives to bowl with pasta. Pour dressing over and toss until well combined, about 1 minute.