The Legendary Amish Macaroni Salad Recipe

Here’s a classic Amish-style Macaroni Salad—creamy, slightly tangy, and perfect for picnics, BBQs, or comfort food vibes 🥗✨

🥗 Legendary Amish Macaroni Salad

Ingredients (serves 6–8)

• 250 g (2 cups) elbow macaroni

• 1 cup mayonnaise

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)

• 1–2 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped

• 2–3 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)

• Optional: ½ cup shredded carrot or sweet pickle relish for extra sweetness

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni

   • Boil in salted water until al dente.

   • Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

2. Mix the dressing

   • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.

   • Whisk until smooth.

3. Combine

   • Add cooled macaroni, onion, bell pepper, celery, and optional ingredients.

   • Toss gently until everything is coated.

4. Chill

   • Refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours (overnight is best) to let flavors blend.

5. Serve

   • Optional: top with chopped hard-boiled eggs or a sprinkle of paprika.

🌟 Tips for “Legendary” Flavor

• Let it sit overnight—the flavors get richer.

• Use real mayo for creaminess.

• Add sweet pickle relish if you like a hint of sweetness.

• Keep chilled until serving; macaroni salad is best cold.

If you want, I can also make a version that is:

• Extra creamy like some Amish picnic recipes

• Lighter / less mayo but still delicious

• With bacon bits or cheese for a twist