Amish Macaroni Salad Recipe

Introduction

Amish Macaroni Salad is a creamy, tangy side dish that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners. This classic recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with chopped vegetables and a flavorful, slightly sweet dressing that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 3 hard boiled eggs, chopped
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery (about 2 stalks)
• 1/2 cup chopped red pepper (about ½ of a large pepper)
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 1 ½ cups Miracle Whip salad dressing
• 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon celery seed

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook macaroni in boiling salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside to cool while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine chopped eggs, onion, celery, red pepper, and sweet pickle relish.
3. Step 3: In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip, yellow mustard, sugar, white vinegar, salt, and celery seed.
4. Step 4: Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetable and egg mixture. Add the cooled macaroni and stir until well combined.
5. Step 5: Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving. For best flavor, let it chill overnight to allow the flavors to fully meld.

Tips & Variations

• For a sweeter dressing, increase the sugar to 3/4 cup according to your taste.
• If you prefer a wetter salad, add up to 1/2 cup more Miracle Whip to the dressing.
• Use yellow or white onions, or Vidalia onions when in season, for milder onion flavor.

Storage

Store leftover Amish Macaroni Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Before serving, give it a good stir and add a little more dressing if it seems dry. This salad is best served chilled.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use mayonnaise instead of Miracle Whip?

Yes, you can substitute mayonnaise for Miracle Whip, but the dressing will be less tangy and slightly less sweet. Adjust sugar and mustard to taste if you make this swap.

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

Absolutely. This salad actually tastes better after chilling overnight because the flavors have time to meld together beautifully. Just be sure to keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.

Amish Macaroni Salad Recipe

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Amish Macaroni Salad is a classic, creamy, and flavorful side dish featuring cooked elbow macaroni mixed with chopped hard-boiled eggs, fresh vegetables, and a tangy yet sweet dressing made with Miracle Whip, mustard, and pickle relish. This salad is chilled to allow the flavors to meld, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family gatherings.

• Author: Amaya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes (including chilling time; overnight chilling recommended)
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Salad
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Amish, American

Ingredients

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Pasta

• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Vegetables & Eggs

• 3 hard boiled eggs, chopped
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery (about 2 stalks)
• 1/2 cup chopped red pepper (about ½ of a large pepper)
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

Dressing

• 1 ½ cups Miracle Whip salad dressing
• 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon celery seed

Instructions

1. Cook macaroni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the uncooked elbow macaroni and cook according to the package directions until tender but still firm. Drain the macaroni and set aside to cool completely.
2. Prepare vegetable mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped hard boiled eggs, finely chopped onion, chopped celery, chopped red pepper, and sweet pickle relish. Stir gently to combine.
3. Make the dressing: In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the Miracle Whip salad dressing, yellow mustard, granulated sugar, white vinegar, salt, and celery seed until smooth and well blended.
4. Combine salad components: Pour the dressing over the vegetable and egg mixture, then add the cooled macaroni. Stir everything together carefully until the macaroni is evenly coated and the ingredients are well distributed.
5. Chill before serving: Cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld. For best results, chill overnight before serving.
6. Optional sweetness adjustment: If you prefer a sweeter salad dressing, you can increase the sugar to 3/4 cup as per taste.
7. Optional dressing adjustment: For a wetter consistency, add up to 1/2 cup more Miracle Whip to the dressing mixture.
8. Onion choice: Use basic yellow or white onion for the salad, or substitute with Vidalia onions when in season for a milder flavor.

Notes

• Chilling the salad overnight enhances the flavor blend and texture.
• Adjust sugar level to taste to make the dressing sweeter or less sweet.
• Use fresh vegetables and properly cooled macaroni for best salad texture.
• This salad is best served cold as a refreshing side dish.
• Use basic or Vidalia onions depending on availability and preference.

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