Amish Macaroni Salad
Discover the irresistible charm of Amish Macaroni Salad, a comforting classic brimming with vibrant flavors and a touch of tangy sweetness. This crowd-pleasing dish combines tender elbow macaroni, creamy hard-boiled eggs, and a medley of fresh veggies like crisp celery, diced red bell pepper, and delicate onion. The velvety dressing—crafted from mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a sprinkle of sugar—perfectly ties it all together, delivering a rich and zesty profile with every bite. Finished with a dash of paprika for color and flavor, this chilled salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or everyday family dinners. Quick to prepare and loaded with wholesome ingredients, Amish Macaroni Salad is a must-try recipe that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 3 large hard-boiled eggs
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 2 medium celery stalks
- 1 small white onion
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 quarter cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces.
Dice the red bell pepper, celery, and onion. Ensure they are all cut into small, bite-sized pieces for uniformity in the salad.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Add the cooked and cooled macaroni, chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced red bell pepper, celery, and onion to the bowl with the dressing.
Gently stir to combine all ingredients until the macaroni is well coated in the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
Before serving, sprinkle the top with paprika for a bit of color and extra flavor.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Amish macaroni salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3029 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.3 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 852 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 3506 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.7 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.2 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 864 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
