Sugar-Free Amish Macaroni Salad

Indulge in the wholesome comfort of Sugar-Free Amish Macaroni Salad, a lighter twist on the classic picnic favorite! This creamy, tangy salad swaps sugar for the natural crunch of fresh vegetables like celery, red bell pepper, and red onion, paired with tender elbow macaroni and protein-packed hard-boiled eggs. A flavorful dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar brings just the right balance of creaminess and zest, enhanced by a sprinkle of paprika for extra warmth. Perfect for those seeking a sugar-free option, this Amish-style salad is quick to prepare, kid-friendly, and ideal for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish. Serve it chilled and watch it disappear off the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 4 large hard-boiled eggs
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 3 small dill pickles
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 2

Meanwhile, peel and dice the hard-boiled eggs. Set them aside.

Step 3

Chop the celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and dill pickles into small, uniform pieces.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the dressing in the large bowl. Stir gently to ensure each piece of pasta is coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Incorporate the chopped celery, red bell pepper, red onion, dill pickles, and diced eggs into the macaroni mixture. Toss gently until fully combined.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled, either as a side dish or a light entree.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(954.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3042.2

Total Fat 203.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 1057.3mg	0%
Sodium 2822.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 239.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.0g
Protein 59.5g	0%

Vitamin D 200IU	0%
Calcium 133.8mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 716.8mg	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: 60.5%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 31.6%