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Hawaiian mac and salad
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Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Satisfy your summer craving with this quick and easy Hawaiian Macaroni Salad featuring macaroni, carrots, celery, and onions tossed in a sweet and tangy mayo-based dressing. Simple ingredients delivers refreshing flavors to cool you down this summer.
Course Side
Cuisine Fusion
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 413kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • 1 1-pound package (450g) macaroni,
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) apple cider vinegar
  • cups mayonnaise
  • 1-2 cups (250-500ml) milk
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) sugar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • cup onion, diced
  • 2 cups carrots, shredded
  • 1 cup celery, sliced (about two stalks)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Cook the macaroni according to package instructions.
  • Drain and place it in a large mixing bowl. Add the apple cider vinegar while the macaroni is still hot, mix it gently, and set it aside.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, milk, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated, and set aside.
  • Add the veggies (onion, carrot, celery, and green onion) to the bowl of macaroni.
  • Pour in the salad dressing and mix until the macaroni and veggies are evenly coated.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overcook your pasta or it will turn mushy.
  • Toss the freshly cooked and drained pasta in apple cider vinegar for easy absorption of flavor.
  • Mayo-based pasta salad only lasts 1-2 hours at room temperature, so remember to refrigerate the leftovers as soon as everyone is done eating.
  • Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on the products used.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 1247mg | Potassium: 453mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 11079IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 1mg