Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is a creamy, tropical-inspired dish that bursts with flavor and color. This delightful salad combines tender elbow macaroni with a rich mayonnaise dressing, crunchy celery, sweet grated carrots, and vibrant green onions. Perfect for summer barbecues or family gatherings, this salad is not just a side dish—it’s a celebration of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni (cooked)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 1 large carrot (grated)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Dice the celery, grate the carrot, and chop the green onions.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled macaroni with celery, carrot, and green onions. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg