Description
Looking for a crowd-pleasing side dish that adds a flavorful twist to your next barbecue? This Jalapeño Popper Macaroni Salad Recipe combines creamy textures with a zesty kick, making it the perfect addition to any gathering. With roasted jalapeños, tender elbow macaroni, and a rich dressing, this salad delivers bold flavors that everyone will love. It’s quick to prepare, customizable to your taste, and best served chilled for an irresistible summer treat. Whether at picnics, potlucks, or family dinners, this salad is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 large jalapeños
- Olive oil
- 8 ounces dry elbow macaroni
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 6–8 ounces turkey bacon
- 4 ounces mild cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and cool.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss jalapeños with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for about 15 minutes until charred.
- In a mixing bowl, combine macaroni, roasted jalapeños, cream cheese, turkey bacon, and cheddar cheese.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. Pour over the pasta mixture and stir until coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg