Vegan Macaroni Salad

This easy classic Vegan Macaroni Salad is perfect for potlucks and parties because it can be served at room temperature. 

This Vegan Macaroni Salad came about because I had a major craving for it. It came out of nowhere and for no reason,  and I knew I just had to make it.

I am so glad that I did. Sometimes the simplest recipes are the most satisfying.

Macaroni salad is the quintessential Summer salad. I don’t even remember the last time that I had macaroni salad. It’s probably been 10 years or more.

So before Summer is over, do yourself a favor and make this Vegan Macaroni Salad. You’ll be glad you did.

It’s perfect for a picnic, potluck, BBQ, or party. It can be served at room temperature, which is a host’s dream come true. Eat it for lunch or as a side dish for dinner.

Other Salads You Might Like (That also are great for a Potluck)

• Sriracha Coleslaw
• Red Pepper and Artichoke Pasta Salad
• Vegan Broccoli Salad with Dried Cranberries
• Sweet Potato Salad with Agave Mustard Dressing
• Curried Carrot Salad

Tips for Making a Vegan Macaroni Salad

• Taste as you go. Taste the dressing, taste the salad ingredients, and taste the final product. You may want more or less sugar, red onion, etc.
• Salt your pasta water! I’ve noticed that most pasta products fail to mention this on their directions for cooking the pasta, but it’s very important. Pasta soaks up the salt as it cooks. It’s important to season at every step in cooking.
• I also add a splash of olive oil to my pasta, because brown rice pasta loves to stick together. That’s purely optional, but I find that it helps.

Vegan Macaroni Salad

Before Summer ends, make some vegan pasta salad for that last picnic or potluck!

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Vegan Macaroni Salad

This easy classic Vegan Macaroni Salad is perfect for potlucks and parties because it can be served at room temperature. 

Course Side Dish

Cuisine vegan, gluten free

Keyword vegan macaroni salad, vegan pasta salad

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 399 kcal

Author Willow Moon

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dry brown rice elbow noodles (2 cups)
• 1/2 cup vegan mayo
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• Salt and pepper
• 3 stalks celery, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1 small red pepper, chopped (1 cup)
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

1. Make pasta according to directions. Make sure to add a large pinch of salt when water is boiling. Optional: add a splash of olive oil to prevent sticking.

2. Mix dressing ingredients. Add cooked pasta and chopped vegetables. Add more salt and pepper as needed.

Recipe Notes

*If you are using gluten free noodles and have leftovers you can heat the salad in the microwave to soften the noodles up.

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Macaroni Salad

Amount Per Serving

Calories 399 Calories from Fat 171

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 19g 29%

Saturated Fat 2g 10%

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 230mg 10%

Potassium 131mg 4%

Total Carbohydrates 48g 16%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 3g

Protein 5g 10%

Vitamin A 14.3%

Vitamin C 30.7%

Calcium 1.2%

Iron 4.7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.