Amish Macaroni Salad Recipe

Craving a sweet and creamy macaroni salad? This Amish Macaroni Salad recipe is a family favorite, inspired by a Berks County tradition. Its subtly sweet dressing is incredibly addictive, and it tastes even better the next day! Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a comforting side dish. This recipe makes a generous amount, easily halved for smaller gatherings. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 200.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.5 (61 Reviews)
Amish Macaroni Salad

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Ingredients for Amish Macaroni Salad

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • Carrot
  • Onion
  • Green Pepper
  • Hard Boiled Eggs
  • paprika, for garnish
  • Miracle Whip
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • Prepared Mustard

How to Make Amish Macaroni Salad

  1. Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water to cool completely.
  2. While the macaroni is cooling, prepare the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard, 1/2 teaspoon celery seed, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Chop 2 cups celery, 1 cup carrots, and 1/2 cup red onion. Hard-boil 6 large eggs; chop 5 eggs and set aside 1 egg for garnish, slicing it thinly.
  4. In a large bowl, gently combine the cooled macaroni, chopped celery, carrots, onions, and 5 chopped eggs.
  5. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and gently fold until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl. Garnish with the reserved egg slices and a sprinkle of paprika.
  7. For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate overnight before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

6g

Carbs

9g