Hawaiian Macaroni Salad (Mac Salad)
A creamy and tangy Hawaiian macaroni salad that's perfect for picnics and potlucks.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 ounces dry elbow macaroni
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 carrot peeled and grated
- 2 tablespoons grated onion ((it will be liquidy))
- 1.25 cups best foods or hellman’s mayonnaise ((i use light hellman's—same great taste, less calories!))
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in boiling salted water, drain, and let cool with vinegar, carrot, and onion.
- Whisk mayonnaise, milk, and sugar; mix into macaroni and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight; stir before serving.
Notes
For a creamier salad, add more mayonnaise or milk as needed.