Dairy-Free Amish Macaroni Salad

This Dairy-Free Amish Macaroni Salad is the perfect twist on a classic picnic favorite, combining creamy, tangy flavors with a vibrant crunch—all without a hint of dairy. Featuring tender elbow macaroni mingled with crisp red bell peppers, celery, shredded carrot, and a subtle bite of red and green onions, this salad gets its flavor boost from a zesty apple cider vinegar and egg-free mayonnaise dressing, infused with yellow mustard, paprika, and a touch of sweetness. Ready in just 25 minutes and perfect for make-ahead meals, it’s a crowd-pleasing option for those with dietary restrictions or seeking a lighter, fresher spin on traditional Amish macaroni salad. Serve it chilled as a side dish at barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners, and let its bold flavors shine.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 0.5 cup, diced red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup, diced celery
• 0.5 cup, shredded carrot
• 0.25 cup, diced red onion
• 2 stalks, sliced thin green onion
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 cup egg-free mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to the package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes.

Step 2

Drain the cooked macaroni and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta. Let it drain well.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced red bell pepper, celery, shredded carrot, diced red onion, and sliced green onion.

Step 4

In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, sugar, yellow mustard, egg-free mayonnaise, salt, black pepper, and paprika until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the vegetables and toss gently to combine.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the macaroni and vegetable mixture and stir until everything is well coated.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(772.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1601.7

Total Fat 48.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.9g
Cholesterol 54mg	0%
Sodium 3734.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 258.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 78.3g
Protein 32.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 94.1mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 671.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 64.7%