Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad with Vegan Option
“Mac salad” is a staple in Hawai’i, and is typically served alongside rice and a main dish. Try the regular or vegan version of this Hawaiian style macaroni salad…it’s ‘ono (delicious) both ways!
Print
Pin
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
- 2 1/2 cups Best Foods Mayonnaise or Best Foods Vegan Mayonnaise
- 1 carrot grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 - 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to the directions on the package. Cook it a little past “al dente.” The pasta should be soft but not mushy. Then, run the macaroni under cold water until it is completely cooled off.2 cups elbow macaroni
- Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl, and mix until everything is fully combined.2 cups elbow macaroni, 2 1/2 cups Best Foods Mayonnaise, 1 carrot, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 - 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon water
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
I like to run my grated carrots under cold water (or even soak them for a few minutes), then drain them and squeeze out the excess liquid. This prevents the orange color from bleeding into the mac salad. This is completely optional.
Tried this recipe? I'd love to see it!Mention @raising.veggie.lovers or use #raisingveggielovers!