Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
A vibrant and refreshing Hawaiian macaroni salad, perfect for potlucks or a light lunch. This recipe features elbow macaroni, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing with a touch of sweetness.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni cooked al dente
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over macaroni mixture and toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a sweeter salad, add a little more sugar. You can also add other vegetables like chopped onions or peas.