Best 5 Lower Fat Amish Macaroni Salad Recipes

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Looking for a healthier version of the traditional Amish macaroni salad that is often high in fat and calories? You're in luck! This article will provide you with a recipe for a lower-fat Amish macaroni salad that is just as delicious as the original, but without all the guilt. With its creamy, tangy dressing and crunchy vegetables, this salad is a perfect side dish for any occasion. You'll love the combination of flavors and textures, and you can feel good about eating it knowing that it's a healthier choice.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

AMISH MACARONI SALAD



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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!

Provided by CONNIE0751

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3 large eggs hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
2 cups creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
¾ cup white sugar
2 ¼ teaspoons white vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender. Drain, and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the eggs, onion, celery, red pepper, and relish. In a small bowl, stir together the salad dressing, mustard, white sugar, vinegar, salt and celery seed. Pour over the vegetables, and stir in macaroni until well blended. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.3 calories, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 132.7 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 944.1 mg, Sugar 37.9 g

LOWER FAT AMISH MACARONI SALAD



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Peas and eggs make this really tasty.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 2h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package elbow macaroni
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
3 stalks celery, minced
1 (6 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
2 cups low fat mayonnaise (such as Hellmann's® Low Fat)
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons white vinegar
¾ teaspoon celery seed
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
  • Stir eggs, celery, and peas together in a large bowl. Whisk low fat mayonnaise, yellow mustard, sugar, vinegar, celery seed, and salt in a separate bowl, dissolving the sugar. Pour dressing over vegetables and stir in macaroni until thoroughly coated with dressing. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.2 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 560.4 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

EASY AMISH POTATO SALAD RECIPE (



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Provided by Katie

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lbs golden potatoes
5 hard-boiled eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup celery, chopped
1/3 cup sugar
1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
1/4 cup diced white onion (probably about half of a small onion)
2 Tablespoon sweet pickle relish
1/2 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a roaring boil over high heat.
  • Place quartered and skinned potatoes into the water until tender.
  • Drain water and set aside 1/3 of the potatoes and place the rest in a large bowl.
  • Mash the potatoes and then fold in the remaining potatoes.
  • Slice your hard-boiled eggs and fold in with the potatoes, setting aside a few to place on top.
  • Fold in the chopped celery.
  • In another bowl, add the mayonnaise and the remaining dressing ingredients - yellow mustard, white onion, sweet pickle relish, and celery seed. Mix together until creamy.
  • Fold the dressing with the potato mixture until everything is combined.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve - ideally you will let it chill for a few hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 85 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 16 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 191 milligrams sodium, Sugar 8 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams unsaturated fat

LOW FAT MACARONI SALAD



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Make and share this Low Fat Macaroni Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by janem123

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups macaroni, uncooked
1 cup celery, sliced
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup cucumber, sliced and quartered
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooled macaroni, celery, bell pepper, cucumber, and onion.
  • In a small bowl, combine mayhonnaise, yogurt, and Dijon mustard. Add to ingreidents in large bowl and toss well to coat.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 2, Sodium 158.7, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 6.3, Protein 5.8

TRADITIONAL AMISH MACARONI SALAD



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Make and share this Traditional Amish Macaroni Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
2 cups creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
3/4 cup white sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add macaroni, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender.
  • Drain, and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the eggs, onion, celery, red pepper, and relish.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the salad dressing, mustard, white sugar, vinegar, salt and celery seed.
  • Pour over the vegetables, and stir in macaroni until well blended.
  • Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.3, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 141.7, Sodium 911.5, Carbohydrate 68.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 35.3, Protein 12.1

Tips:

  • For a healthier version of Amish macaroni salad, use low-fat mayonnaise, nonfat yogurt, and reduced-fat cheese.
  • To save time, use pre-cooked macaroni noodles.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as diced celery, chopped carrots, or shredded broccoli.
  • For a tangy flavor, add a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to the dressing.
  • If you like a sweeter salad, add a teaspoon of sugar or honey to the dressing.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh parsley, chives, or dill before serving.

Conclusion:

This Amish macaroni salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover macaroni noodles. With its creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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