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Sweet Macaroni Salad

Sweet Macaroni Salad: The Easy, Indulgent Twist You’ll Love

A deliciously sweet twist on traditional macaroni salad that is perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sugar, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  3. Add the cooked macaroni, celery, bell pepper, green onions, pineapple, marshmallows, and walnuts to the bowl and stir until well combined.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar to your preference.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Sweet Macaroni Salad