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Sweet Macaroni Salad

A refreshing and creamy sweet macaroni salad perfect for picnics and potlucks, combining elbow macaroni with sweetened ingredients and crunchy vegetables.

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

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
  • 4 medium carrots, shredded
  • 1 large green pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the shredded carrots, chopped green pepper, and chopped red onion.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweetened condensed milk, cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the macaroni and vegetables, and stir until fully coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the salad overnight to allow flavors to develop.

Notes

Best served chilled; can add different veggies for variety.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: macaroni salad, summer salad, picnic recipes