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Authentic Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Authentic Hawaiian Macaroni Salad: Perfect Creamy Delight

Authentic Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is a creamy, tangy, and crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni Cooked until soft
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Adds tanginess
  • 1 medium Carrot Grated finely
  • 1 medium Grated Onion Finely grated to add moisture
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Best Foods or Hellman's Mayonnaise For authenticity
  • 1/4 cup Milk Adjust for desired consistency
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Balances acidity
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt To taste
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a pot of salted water and cook the elbow macaroni until soft, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. Drizzle apple cider vinegar over the macaroni, mix gently. Grate and add carrot and onion, stir to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, and sugar until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and fold gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  6. Stir before serving and adjust consistency with milk if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use only Best Foods or Hellman's mayonnaise for authentic flavor. Allow the salad to chill for optimal taste.

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