Vegan Amish Macaroni Salad

Creamy, tangy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Vegan Amish Macaroni Salad is a plant-based twist on a classic picnic favorite. Perfectly tender elbow macaroni is tossed with crisp vegetables like carrot, celery, and red bell pepper, then coated in a luscious, dairy-free dressing made with vegan mayo, Dijon mustard, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for that signature zesty kick. A sprinkle of dill pickle relish adds a delightful tang, while a hint of sweetness balances everything beautifully. With just 25 minutes of prep and cook time, this easy-to-make salad is an ideal side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or any gathering. Refrigerated overnight, it becomes even more flavorful, making it a make-ahead marvel you'll turn to again and again. Serve chilled for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dish everyone can enjoy!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Elbow macaroni
• 1 large Carrot
• 2 Celery stalks
• 0.5 Red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup Dill pickle relish
• 0.5 Red onion
• 1 cup Vegan mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, peel and grate the carrot. Chop the celery, red bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the cooled macaroni to the mixing bowl along with the grated carrot, chopped celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and dill pickle relish.

Step 5

Gently fold the ingredients together until well combined, making sure the macaroni is well coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. For best taste, refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Step 7

Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or vinegar if necessary. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(891.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1691.8

Total Fat 54.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.9g
Cholesterol 54mg	0%
Sodium 3573.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 260.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 59.5g
Protein 36.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 89.6mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 724.1mg	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: 29.2%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 62.1%