Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Transport your taste buds straight to the islands with this creamy and tangy Hawaiian Macaroni Salad, a must-have side dish at any summer barbecue or luau! This recipe combines tender elbow macaroni, sweet grated carrots, and the subtle bite of finely diced onion, all perfectly coated in a luscious dressing made from mayonnaise, whole milk, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sugar. Simple yet flavorful, this chilled salad is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. Ready in just 25 minutes and best served cold, it’s the ultimate make-ahead dish for feeding a crowd. Pair it with grilled meats, seafood, or your favorite tropical main course for an authentic taste of Hawaii.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 pound Elbow macaroni
• 2 medium Carrot
• 0.5 medium Yellow onion
• 2.5 cups Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package directions for al dente. Drain the macaroni, rinse it briefly under cool water, and drain again thoroughly.

Step 2

While the macaroni is cooking, peel and finely grate the carrots. Finely dice the half yellow onion.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, whole milk, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the drained macaroni, grated carrots, and diced onion to the bowl with the dressing. Stir until all ingredients are well combined and the macaroni is evenly coated.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving, allowing the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly.

Step 6

Prior to serving, give the salad a good stir, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1469.3 grams (1469.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6451

Total Fat 443.80g	569%
Saturated Fat 41.50g	208%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 603mg	201%
Sodium 3856mg	168%
Total Carbohydrate 537.90g	196%
Dietary Fiber 21.10g	75%
Total Sugars 78.80g
Protein 70.40g	141%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 208mg	16%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 609mg	13%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.1%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 33.5%