Authentic Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
A delightful and creamy macaroni salad that offers a unique blend of textures and flavors, perfect for barbecues and potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 250 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound macaroni
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 carrots (shredded)
- ¼ cup shredded onion (optional)
- 2 ½ cups mayonnaise (Best Foods or Hellman’s, no substitutes!)
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Rinse the macaroni under cold water until it is completely cool. Drain well and place it in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle apple cider vinegar over the macaroni. Add the shredded carrots and onion (if using). Toss everything together until it is well combined. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, or until cooled.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, milk, and sugar. Fold this mayo mixture into the macaroni until all the noodles are evenly coated. Add kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 240 minutes (it’s even better if left overnight).
- Gently stir before serving and add a little more milk if needed—just a tablespoon or two.
Notes
For added crunch, consider mixing in some chopped celery or bell peppers. Use high-quality mayonnaise for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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