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By thechunkychef.com
Jalapeno Popper Macaroni Salad
Instructions
Prep:10minCook:7min
Perfect for any gathering, this macaroni salad has all the great flavor of a jalapeño popper... jalapeños, cheddar cheese, bacon, and creamy dressing!
Updated at: Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:28:38 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
61
Moderate
Glycemic Load
22
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories408.9 kcal (20%)
Total Fat24 g (34%)
Carbs35.9 g (14%)
Sugars2.2 g (2%)
Protein12.2 g (24%)
Sodium679.3 mg (34%)
Fiber1.8 g (6%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
10 servings
1 lbelbow macaroni pasta
dried
1 cupcanned jalapeños
chopped, I prefer the mild version, can substitute with fresh chopped jalapeños as well
1 cupcheddar cheese
cubed small, or shredded, monterey jack or Colby jack are good as well
8 slicesbacon
cooked and crumbled
½ cupmayonnaise
I like to use the canola oil mayo for a less calorie dressing
½ cupsour cream
2 Tbspcream cheese
room temperature
2 Tbsplemon juice
fresh is best
¾ tspsalt
½ tspgarlic powder
black pepper
fresh parsley
minced, for garnish, optional
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