Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Tricks for making an ultra creamy Hawaiian Macaroni Salad, the perfect side for your plate lunch.

Course Sides

Cuisine American

Level Beginner

Main Ingredient Pasta

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 55

Servings servings

Calories 314kcal

Bring the 2 cups whole milk and ½ teaspoon salt to a boil and add the 150 grams dry macaroni. Cook for 15 minutes at a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent burning. If you start running out of liquid before the time is up, add some more milk.
2 cups whole milk, ½ teaspoon salt, 150 grams dry macaroni
While the macaroni is boiling prepare the dressing by whisking together the ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon onion, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper.
½ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon onion, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
When the macaroni is done, stir in half the dressing and then let the salad cool completely.
When the macaroni has cooled, stir in the remaining dressing, along with the 70 grams celery, 45 grams carrot, 90 grams ham, and 1 scallion.
90 grams ham, 70 grams celery, 45 grams carrot, 1 scallion