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Amish Macaroni Salad

Creamy and Tangy Macaroni Salad, Perfect for Every Occasion

6servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Amish Macaroni Salad

About this recipe

This updated Amish Macaroni Salad is a delightful fusion of creamy dressing, tender elbow macaroni, and crisp vegetables. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a casual family dinner, this salad offers a balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, and is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Add elbow macaroni and cook for 8 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Add the cooled macaroni, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley to the bowl.

  5. 5

    Toss until well combined.

  6. 6

    Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Chef's tip

For a healthier twist, you may consider using a lighter mayonnaise or adding a touch of Greek yogurt to the dressing.

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