Amish Macaroni Salad

This Amish Macaroni Salad is a creamy and delicious side dish perfect for picnics and gatherings.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 6 people

Calories 300 kcal

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni noodles cooked fully and rinsed
½ cup carrots chopped finely
½ cup red bell pepper chopped finely
⅓ cup celery chopped finely
¼ cup onion or green onion, diced finely
2 eggs eggs chopped to desired preference, plus an extra egg for garnish if desired
1-½ cups mayonnaise
¼ cup dill pickles diced, or dill pickle relish
3 tablespoons white sugar
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
1-½ tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika plus a little extra for garnish

Cook the elbow macaroni noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, carrots, red bell pepper, celery, onion, and chopped eggs.
Add mayonnaise, dill pickles, sugar, mustard, vinegar, and paprika. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Garnish with additional paprika and egg if desired.

This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor. Adjust the ingredients to match your taste preferences.

Keyword Amish Macaroni Salad, Pasta Salad, picnic salad, side dish