Whether it's sitting next to some smoky ribs or just a humble hot dog, this deli-style macaroni salad will always be a crowd favorite, as long as you pay attention to a few key details.
Author: Chef John
A colorful and flavorful macaroni salad made with hard cooked eggs, bell pepper and celery in a creamy dressing. Best macaroni salad I have ever had. I always get many requests for recipe. Enjoy!
Author: CONNIE0751
Simple and tasty macaroni salad just like you'd get at a Hawaiian restaurant. No fruit in this salad, just macaroni, carrot, and dressing. Very yummy and easy to make.
Author: Jessica Daulton
An easy mac salad that is excellent for parties, picnics and those summer day barbeques.
Author: Samantha
I love macaroni salad, but wanted something a bit lighter. I looked through a lot of recipes and combined the best of all, and added my special touch--this was a big hit even among folks who don't normally...
Author: CACOOK
A delicious blend of flavors and colors. The perfect picnic or BBQ ham macaroni salad!
Author: Jennifer
A sweet macaroni salad just like Grandma used to make. The dressing is a good basic macaroni salad dressing that you can use with your own macaroni salad recipe. You must refrigerate for at least 4 hours...
Author: Hope
I have looked all over for a great macaroni salad; this one is it! It's easy and is a huge hit at every function I take it to. The sauce for this is a great creamy sauce. I like my salads to have a lot...
Author: Mandy Franke
Red wine vinegar adds just the right touch to this delicious and easy dish.
Author: Jennifer Rapp Griffis
Slightly sweet, classic macaroni salad recipe!
Author: Christine Anne Limon
Basic and super easy macaroni salad that I make for family gatherings. I make mine with dill relish but you could change it if you prefer the sweet. Looks good and tastes even better the next day. The...
Author: Crissy Soares
Macaroni salad can sometimes be a little boring. So one day I just started adding extra ingredients and this is what I came up with. The whole family love's it! This recipe is even better if served the...
Author: ReneeW.
A macaroni salad with a twist- chicken! You may need to adjust the amount of mayonnaise once it spends some time in the refrigerator.
Author: purple
This pasta salad with fruit and chicken has a sour cream, buttermilk, lemon, and poppy seed dressing. Great way to make use of leftover rotisserie chicken. Serve on a bed of mixed spring greens with crumbed...
Author: Joan Dredge
This pasta salad hits the spot and is a quick and easy addition to any meal!
Author: Gina S
Making this salad with less sugar and whole wheat noodles makes it a healthy treat for the entire family.
Author: MakeItHealthy
This recipe is easily multiplied for a crowd. Everyone in my family asks me to bring this to our functions. I even make it for weddings. Sometimes I use a mixture of different kinds of pasta, especially...
Author: Charlotte
This Pinoy salad can be made a day or two before any event. Fruits like pineapple, apple, and raisins are added for extra flavor.
Author: lola
I was messin' around in my kitchen trying to put a twist on my traditional macaroni salad recipe. I tried several different dishes before I came up with this one. Now my friends and family can't get enough...
Author: Sean
This is a very basic pasta salad, easily fixed up by adding extra vegetables or some chopped salami.
Author: sandi
This is a family recipe for mac salad that was made for all holidays, cookouts, or family get-togethers. Traditional, simple, quick, and feeds a crowd. Add more mayonnaise if salad seems too dry.
Author: Brandi Rose
Simple macaroni salad with a bit of Cali flair. Perfect for summer, whether it is a day at the beach, an afternoon picnic, or a holiday BBQ.
Author: LadyElizabethV
Dill pasta salad is easy and surprisingly tasty with BBQ and grilled meat. It's a nice alternative to potato salad and coleslaw.
Author: This One Woman
A Pennsylvania Dutch staple. Something different for your picnic! To save time hard-boil the eggs with the macaroni.
Author: deedledeet
Very easy and delicious! I am constantly asked to bring this salad to parties and picnics. The cheese and ham are key additions to an old favorite.
Author: JEANDERSON72
My family is from Chicago. This is one of my grandma's best recipes that's been handed down. Kids love it because of the cheese cubes! It's a great potluck dish because it has a lot of color! I use salad...
Author: Lisa Anne
This is a favorite pot-luck macaroni salad with olives and celery blended together to create a sweet and creamy side dish!
Author: KALLEYSINGER
This recipe is better the second day, if there is any left over. My family fights for the leftovers! You can add more or less olives, celery seed, and mayonnaise to taste. Even better if made the night...
Author: Marsha Glick
Although it is a great salad to have during the summer, my family enjoys it all year round. There are never any leftovers!
Author: Kathy Bezemes Walstrom
A cold pasta salad with ham, pineapple, onion, and a jerk-flavored mayonnaise sauce.
Author: Jason Schneider
Shell pasta, hot dogs, manzanilla olives and Cheddar cheese combine to make a unique pasta salad.
Author: Brew Crew
A sweet and tangy cold salad of pineapple and vegetables that may be prepared up to one day ahead of time. Delicious alongside jerk-seasoned grilled meats.
Author: Susan Parran
A family favorite that does not last long around my house.
Author: MICHELLELASPINA
This is a wonderful cold pasta salad that has been a family favorite of ours for years. Wonderful for potlucks, picnics, or any gathering.
Author: Angela
If you want to do something new with an old classic, give this one a shot.
Author: babcockclan
This is, by far, the best macaroni salad I've ever put into my mouth. It has a perfect blend of sweetness and tartness, and it is so pretty with all of the multi-colored veggies. Be ready for this to disappear...
Author: Renee Chase
This salad takes everything from a Caesar salad.. but take away some of the lettuce and add macaroni, and you have a whole new dish! You can add any noodle you desire! It is very delicious and easy to...
Author: Nicole
A perfect recipe for that large picnic or potluck. Crowd pleasing macaroni salad with ham, onion, green pepper, hard cooked eggs and carrots. The ham is optional.
Author: BAKERSUNLIMITED
This is always a big hit at family picnics and parties. There are so many different ingredients you can add or remove to make it your own. It is one of my most requested salads. This dish is best if done...
Author: Chantal Villanueva
An Australian recipe which is perfect for Summer barbecues. The chicken can also be served warm, for a Winter alternative!
Author: ABAKER007
This delicious macaroni salad is so refreshing. My husband and I came up with it using ingredients we prefer and we make this regularly during the summer to go with lunches or as a meal on a really hot...
Author: Jodi
I picked up this recipe from Germany, it is very simple and tasty. For a different taste, omit the gherkins and add 1/4 cup of chopped ham. The basic recipe is also delicious with boiled new potatoes instead...
Author: FREAKOWD40
Beef bologna and American cheese make a heavier macaroni salad for a man's perspective. Good, and always gets snarfed up wherever I take it.
Author: shiva
Something a little different I came up with that satisfies my need for something savory and sweet, but with more vegetables than the typical pasta salad.
Author: Susan Parran
This is a simple to make recipe with Ranch dressing mix which gives it an extra kick.
Author: Pamela Batovsky
This recipe was my beloved late mother-in-law's always requested salad. It is deceptively easy and I still prepare it for my children and family. A few of the ingredients include radishes, green onions,...
Author: sandydee
This is a simple but tasty macaroni salad made with zesty white pepper, jalapeno, and green onions.
Author: HAWAIIAN_MOMMA