Description
Classic and simple, Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is delectable and super easy to make. This popular pasta salad is the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. macaroni pasta
- 1 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper powder
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil elbow macaroni for 1-2 minutes longer than the package directions until soft, then drain and cool.
- Vinegar Toss: Place pasta in a large bowl and toss with vinegar, letting it cool for 10 minutes.
- Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, salt, pepper, and sugar until smooth.
- Combine: Add grated carrots and green onions to the pasta, pour over the dressing, and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Always add vinegar to the warm pasta to ensure flavor absorption and prevent milk curdling. Use full-fat mayonnaise and milk for the best creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 546 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 548 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 32 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg