Macaroni Salad from L L Hawaiian Bbq
Indulge in the creamy, tangy goodness of Macaroni Salad inspired by L&L Hawaiian BBQ—a perfect side dish that brings island flavors to your table. This classic Hawaiian comfort food features tender elbow macaroni coated in a rich dressing made with mayonnaise, whole milk, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar for the perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness. Finely shredded carrots add a hint of natural sweetness and a delightful crunch, while a dash of salt and ground black pepper brings all the flavors together. Quick to prepare and best served chilled, this salad is the ideal accompaniment to grilled meats, barbecue platters, or a casual luau-inspired meal. Ready in just 25 minutes with a one-hour chill time, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dish you can whip up ahead of time for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni
- 1.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 medium, finely shredded Carrot
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until it is tender but still firm. Drain and rinse with cool water to stop the cooking process.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, whole milk, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to coat the macaroni evenly with the dressing.
Step 4
Fold in the finely shredded carrot for a bit of texture and sweetness, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the salad.
Step 5
Adjust the salt and pepper to taste, if necessary.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Stir the macaroni salad once more before serving. Serve cold as a side dish or store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (792.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3529.7 |
| Total Fat 266.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 367.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3267.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 248.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.8g | |
| Protein 33.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 175.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 362.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories