A classic sweet and tangy Amish macaroni salad, perfect for picnics and potlucks. This recipe is easy to make ahead and features a creamy dressing with hard-boiled eggs.
Author:purejoyalex
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:10 min
Total Time:30 min
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:No Cook
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Add the cooked macaroni, chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, onion, and parsley to the dressing.
Stir gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For a less sweet salad, reduce the sugar to 2 tablespoons.
You can add other ingredients like chopped pickles or bell peppers if desired.