A Hawaiian restaurant opened up where I live and I can’t seem to get enough of their Macaroni Salad. People have asked me, doesn’t it taste just like regular macaroni salad? And the answer is “heck no!” It’s much better! I think it’s because it’s made with apple cider vinegar and doesn’t have mustard in it.
This recipe makes a big batch so it’s perfect to take to a summer BBQ. Or you could do what I did and eat most of it yourself.
It takes a little while to make, only because you have to let things cool before you can continue. It’s totally worth it!
Thank you to I Believe I Can Fry for this recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups whole or 2% milk, divided
- 2 cups mayonnaise, divided
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 large carrot, peeled & grated
- 1 celery stalk, minced
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add 1 Tbsp salt and the macaroni; cook until VERY soft, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
- Add the cider vinegar and toss until absorbed. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of the milk, 1 cup of the mayonnaise, the brown sugar, 1/2 tsp of salt and 2 tsp pepper.
- Once the cooked pasta has cooled for 10 minutes, mix in the dressing. Let cool completely.
- Add the remaining 1/2 cup milk and 1 cup of mayonnaise, along with the scallions, carrot and celery. Stir to combine, then season to taste with salt & pepper. Chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Enjoy!
Enjoy! And happy BBQing!
I’m sure this would be a big hit with the family!
Love this new twist on an old favorite! I can’t get enough macaroni salad in the summer 🙂
i love macaroni salad