Description
This Sweet Amish Macaroni Salad is a classic side dish that combines tender macaroni with a creamy, tangy dressing and crunchy vegetables. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a simple side for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Macaroni Salad:
- 1/2 pound elbow macaroni (about 2 1/2 cups)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 3 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Cook the macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, apple cider vinegar, celery seed, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked macaroni, celery, red bell pepper, onion, and chopped eggs to the bowl. Gently stir to coat everything in the dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- This salad tastes even better when made a day in advance.
- Adjust the tanginess by adding more vinegar or using sweet pickle relish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
