Here’s a classic Amish Macaroni Salad recipe—creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
For the Salad:
• 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
• 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon paprika (plus more for garnish)
• ½ cup celery, finely chopped
• ½ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
• ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
Instructions
1. Cook the Macaroni:
1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni according to the package instructions.
2. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Let it cool completely.
2. Make the Dressing:
3. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, mustard, apple cider vinegar, pickle relish, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
3. Assemble the Salad:
4. Add the cooled macaroni, chopped eggs, celery, bell pepper, and onion to the bowl with the dressing.
5. Stir everything together until well coated.
4. Chill and Serve:
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight) for the flavors to blend.
7. Before serving, sprinkle with a little extra paprika for garnish.
Serving Suggestions:
• Perfect as a BBQ side dish or for picnics and potlucks.
• Serve alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or fried chicken.
Enjoy your Amish Macaroni Salad! Let me know if you need any modifications.