Ahh, Amish Macaroni Salad 🥄 — sweet, creamy, tangy, and perfect for potlucks or summer BBQs. It’s a little sweeter than traditional deli-style macaroni salad, which is what makes it special.
Here’s a classic version:
🥗 Amish Macaroni Salad
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 cup celery, finely diced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- ½ cup shredded carrot
- ½ cup sweet pickle relish
Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta
- Boil macaroni until just tender (don’t overcook).
- Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Let it cool completely.
2️⃣ Make the Dressing
In a bowl, whisk together:
- Mayo
- Mustard
- Sugar
- Vinegar
- Salt, pepper, and paprika
It should be creamy and slightly sweet-tangy.
3️⃣ Combine
- In a large bowl, mix macaroni, eggs, celery, onion, carrot, and relish.
- Pour dressing over and stir gently until fully coated.
4️⃣ Chill
- Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours (overnight is even better).
- Stir before serving.
✨ Tips for the Best Flavor
- Dice veggies small for authentic texture.
- If it thickens in the fridge, stir in 1–2 tbsp milk before serving.
- Let it rest — the flavor improves as it sits.
🧡 Optional Add-Ins
- Diced bell peppers
- A little celery seed
- Extra chopped eggs
- Cubed cheddar cheese
If you’d like, I can also share:
- A less-sweet version
- A no-sugar variation
- Or a classic deli-style macaroni salad for comparison 😊
