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Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is a quick and easy side dish made with pantry staples. With a creamy, tangy dressing, this refreshing cold macaroni salad promises to be your new potluck favorite!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 379 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Pasta Salad
  • 1 box 16 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • ½ cup finely diced celery
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced green onions
For the Dressing
  • 1¼ cups mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup grated sweet yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

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  1. For the pasta salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni to al dente according to the package directions– about 10 minutes. Drain the macaroni and rinse it under cold water until it is no longer warm to the touch. 
  2. Add the cooled macaroni, shredded carrots, diced celery, and sliced green onions to a large bowl.
  3. For the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, milk, grated sweet onion, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and kosher salt. I often add ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper, too - if you like black pepper, definitely add some!
  4. Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and fold gently to combine. 

Notes

  • While you can enjoy the pasta salad immediately, it's optimal to enjoy it thoroughly chilled. Chill for at least 1 hour, or 2-4 hours is even better. You can even make this the day prior!
  • Store in a covered container in the fridge for up to three days. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 379kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 28g Cholesterol 20mg (7%) Sodium 539mg (22%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 379

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 379kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 35g 54%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28g 165%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 539mg 22%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.