FAST, EASY, DELICIOUS MACARONI SALAD - EVEN YOUR KIDS WILL LOVE

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My father made this recipe for me years ago and I absolutely loved it! I make it for my children and my younger siblings and they all love it too. This macaroni salad goes great with just about any type of meat whether it's grilled, baked, or fried. Also, makes a great snack when you have leftovers and don't feel like fixing anything.

Provided by tifmason

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 25m

Yield 5-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb elbow macaroni
4 -5 tablespoons dill pickles, minced
2 -3 tablespoons black olives, minced
2 -3 tablespoons green onions, chopped (to taste)
1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise (add more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard (optional)
salt (to taste)
pepper (to taste)
1 -2 lb shredded cheddar cheese (to taste)

Steps:

  • Boil noodles like you normally would do. Until done. Drain the noodles. Put them in a large bowl and put in the fridge to cool. (Faster prep: Run them under cold water until cool then let sit so all of the water will drain).
  • Mince pickles and black olives. (Faster & easier prep: Buy dill pickle relish and already chopped black olives).
  • Chop green onions.
  • After noodles are cool add mayonnaise (more or less to taste) & mustard (optional) and mix together.
  • Add pickle, olives, & green onions and mix. (Can use more or less. I personally like a lot of pickles and little onion & olives).
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Put in the fridge to chill. (Sometimes you may need to add more mayo when ready to serve).
  • Add the cheese when you are serving. (I let everybody add as much as they want. Makes it fun for the kids).

Awais Sahil
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I can't wait to try this recipe at my next potluck.


Shamim Hossain Raj
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This macaroni salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


David Merritt
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


Adzowa Gedjeah
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This is a great recipe for beginner cooks. It's so easy to follow, and the results are delicious.


JAYKAY PHOTOGRAPHY
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I added some chopped celery and red onion to my macaroni salad for a little extra crunch.


Bryson Davis
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This macaroni salad is the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Mis Mess
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I'm not a huge fan of mayonnaise, so I used Greek yogurt instead. It turned out just as creamy and delicious.


Mikylathereal World
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand.


Rachelle Holcomb
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This macaroni salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before a party, and it was even better the next day.


Okanlawon Folarin
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Mdariful Islam
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This is the best macaroni salad I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the kids loved it too.


Noah Michelle
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I've been making this macaroni salad for years, and it's always a hit at potlucks and picnics. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.