Classic Macaroni Salad (Creamy Make-Ahead Side) - Quickie Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) elbow macaroni
• 1 cup (120 g) finely diced celery, about 3 ribs
• 1/2 cup (75 g) finely diced red bell pepper
• 1/3 cup (50 g) finely diced red onion
• 1/2 cup (55 g) shredded carrot
• 3 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup (230 g) mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed, optional
• 3/4 teaspoon fine salt, plus more for pasta water
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper