Authentic Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
A creamy and comforting side that embodies Hawaiian cuisine, perfect for barbecues and potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 240
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 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 mayonnaise; no substitutes!)
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Rinse under cold water until completely cool. Drain well and place in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle on vinegar. Add carrots and onion. Toss together until well combined. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, or until cooled.
- In a separate, small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, and sugar. Fold the mayo mixture into the macaroni until all the noodles are evenly coated. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (best if overnight).
- Gently stir before serving; add a little more milk if needed, no more than a tablespoon or two.
Notes
For the best flavor, make this salad a day ahead. Adjust sweetness to your preference, and consider adding crunchy vegetables for texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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