{"id":13570,"date":"2025-04-01T14:57:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T20:57:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/?p=13570"},"modified":"2025-04-01T14:57:58","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T20:57:58","slug":"hawaiian-macaroni-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Hawaiian Macaroni Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Creamy, tangy, and just sweet enough\u2014this <strong>Hawaiian Macaroni Salad<\/strong> is everything you&#8217;d expect from a classic island-style side dish. Tender elbow macaroni meets a dreamy mayo-based dressing, crisp veggies, and just the right amount of zing. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or frankly, just because!<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #343434;color:#343434\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #343434;color:#343434\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#Why_Youll_Love_This_Hawaiian_Macaroni_Salad\" >Why You&#8217;ll Love This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#Before_You_Start\" >Before You Start<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#How_To_Make_Hawaiian_Macaroni_Salad\" >How To Make Hawaiian Macaroni Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#How_To_Serve\" >How To Serve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#Try_These_Salads_Next\" >Try These Salads Next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#Subscribe_receive_a_FREE_Comfort_Food_Recipe_Book\" >Subscribe &amp; receive a FREE Comfort Food Recipe Book!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#Hawaiian_Macaroni_Salad\" >Hawaiian Macaroni Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad\/#Did_you_try_this_recipe\" >Did you try this recipe?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><div class=\"toc-toggle-lt\" onclick = \"toggleViewMoreTOCLt(this)\" aria-label=\"Expand table of contents\"><button><span class=\"view-more\">View more<\/span><span class=\"view-less\" style=\"display:none\">View less<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" data-pin-description=\"This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet\u2014exactly how it\u2019s served in Hawaii. Easy, crowd-pleasing side for BBQs and potlucks! #macaronisalad #hawaiianrecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Hawaiian macaroni salad in a wooden bowl garnished with sliced green onions, set on a gray textured surface.\" class=\"wp-image-14378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-112x140.jpg 112w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-730x913.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-180x225.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-177x221.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-12-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div  class=\"dpsp-shortcode-wrapper dpsp-size-medium dpsp-column-1 dpsp-no-labels-mobile dpsp-show-on-mobile dpsp-button-style-1\"><ul class=\"dpsp-networks-btns-wrapper dpsp-networks-btns-share dpsp-networks-btns-content dpsp-column-1 \" style=\"padding:0;margin:0;list-style-type:none\">\n<li class=\"dpsp-network-list-item dpsp-network-list-item-pinterest\" style=\"float:left\">\n\t<button rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-href=\"#\" class=\"dpsp-network-btn dpsp-pinterest dpsp-first dpsp-last dpsp-has-label dpsp-has-label-mobile\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Save to Pinterest\" title=\"Save to Pinterest\" style=\"font-size:14px;padding:0rem;max-height:32px\" >\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-icon \"><span class=\"dpsp-network-icon-inner\" ><svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 23 32\"><path d=\"M0 10.656q0-1.92 0.672-3.616t1.856-2.976 2.72-2.208 3.296-1.408 3.616-0.448q2.816 0 5.248 1.184t3.936 3.456 1.504 5.12q0 1.728-0.32 3.36t-1.088 3.168-1.792 2.656-2.56 1.856-3.392 0.672q-1.216 0-2.4-0.576t-1.728-1.568q-0.16 0.704-0.48 2.016t-0.448 1.696-0.352 1.28-0.48 1.248-0.544 1.12-0.832 1.408-1.12 1.536l-0.224 0.096-0.16-0.192q-0.288-2.816-0.288-3.36 0-1.632 0.384-3.68t1.184-5.152 0.928-3.616q-0.576-1.152-0.576-3.008 0-1.504 0.928-2.784t2.368-1.312q1.088 0 1.696 0.736t0.608 1.824q0 1.184-0.768 3.392t-0.8 3.36q0 1.12 0.8 1.856t1.952 0.736q0.992 0 1.824-0.448t1.408-1.216 0.992-1.696 0.672-1.952 0.352-1.984 0.128-1.792q0-3.072-1.952-4.8t-5.12-1.728q-3.552 0-5.952 2.304t-2.4 5.856q0 0.8 0.224 1.536t0.48 1.152 0.48 0.832 0.224 0.544q0 0.48-0.256 1.28t-0.672 0.8q-0.032 0-0.288-0.032-0.928-0.288-1.632-0.992t-1.088-1.696-0.576-1.92-0.192-1.92z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span>\n\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-label dpsp-network-hide-label-mobile\">Pin this recipe for later!<\/span><\/button><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-tip-box style-fave\" id=\"block_f07951fe5210dd408b6df01ca97062b0\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Youll_Love_This_Hawaiian_Macaroni_Salad\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tWhy You&#8217;ll Love This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"section-description\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Potluck Hero:<\/strong> It\u2019s exactly the kind of dish that disappears first and always gets recipe requests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfectly Balanced Dressing: <\/strong>I\u2019ve made hundreds of macaroni salads over the years, and trust me\u2014this dressing hits the sweet-tangy-creamy balance just right.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tested and True:<\/strong> This salad has been perfected after countless potlucks, BBQs, and family gatherings. It\u2019s practically guaranteed to disappear first!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-before-you-start\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_You_Start\"><\/span>Before You Start<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1200\" data-pin-description=\"This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet\u2014exactly how it\u2019s served in Hawaii. Easy, crowd-pleasing side for BBQs and potlucks! #macaronisalad #hawaiianrecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"ingredients needed to make hawaiian macaroni salad.\" class=\"wp-image-14375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-750x600.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-175x140.jpg 175w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-730x584.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-400x320.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-200x160.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-180x144.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-177x142.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-ingredients-150x120.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-macaroni-soft-pasta-better-salad\">Macaroni \u2013 Soft Pasta = Better Salad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I always cook the macaroni slightly softer than usual\u2014about a minute or two past al dente. After making this salad dozens of ways, I&#8217;ve learned this is key to creating a perfectly creamy texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dressing-why-mayo-matters\">Dressing \u2013 Why Mayo Matters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I highly recommend Best Foods or Hellmann&#8217;s mayo. I&#8217;ve tested countless mayonnaise brands over the years, and nothing beats these two for achieving that classic, creamy Hawaiian taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always toss the hot pasta with apple cider vinegar first. This small trick makes a huge difference\u2014the pasta absorbs the flavor deeply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-veggies-expert-texture-tips\">Veggies \u2013 Expert Texture Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finely grate your carrot; after experimenting for years, I find finely grated carrot blends seamlessly and gives subtle sweetness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Celery is optional, but highly recommended\u2014I personally add it for a perfect crunch balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-tip\" id=\"block_f435b39e8cc3fd723889c641f833d6c2\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Make_Hawaiian_Macaroni_Salad\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tHow To Make Hawaiian Macaroni Salad\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_6ad47f53e2b945691f0a30919e8e19a1\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tCook and Flavor the Pasta\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet\u2014exactly how it\u2019s served in Hawaii. Easy, crowd-pleasing side for BBQs and potlucks! #macaronisalad #hawaiianrecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make hawaiian macaroni salad.\" class=\"wp-image-14382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-1-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bring salted water to a rolling boil, cook <strong>elbow macaroni<\/strong> until soft (1-2 minutes past al dente).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drain the macaroni well\u2014don\u2019t rinse!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sprinkle <strong>apple cider vinegar<\/strong> onto hot pasta, toss evenly, then let it cool for about <strong>10 minutes<\/strong>. (This is your secret step to flavor-packed pasta.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_7e3dac1cbef33723c8461b5879880dc5\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tMix the Dressing\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet\u2014exactly how it\u2019s served in Hawaii. Easy, crowd-pleasing side for BBQs and potlucks! #macaronisalad #hawaiianrecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make hawaiian macaroni salad.\" class=\"wp-image-14381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-2-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whisk together <strong>mayonnaise<\/strong>, <strong>whole milk<\/strong>, <strong>sugar<\/strong>, <strong>salt<\/strong>, and <strong>pepper<\/strong> until smooth. Adjust seasoning as you like\u2014I taste it at this point (no shame!).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_6ad47f53e2b945691f0a30919e8e19a1\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tCook and Flavor the Pasta\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"622\" data-pin-description=\"This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet\u2014exactly how it\u2019s served in Hawaii. Easy, crowd-pleasing side for BBQs and potlucks! #macaronisalad #hawaiianrecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make hawaiian macaroni salad.\" class=\"wp-image-14380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-768x318.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-750x311.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-338x140.jpg 338w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-730x303.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-400x166.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-200x83.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-180x75.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-177x73.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-process-shots-3-150x62.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>Combine cooled pasta with <strong>carrots<\/strong>, <strong>celery<\/strong>, and <strong>onions<\/strong>. Pour dressing over and stir thoroughly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salad too thick or dry? Add an extra splash of milk or mayo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cover and refrigerate at least <strong>2 hours<\/strong>. Overnight is even better\u2014the flavors meld beautifully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before serving, give your salad a good stir and adjust seasoning. Top with sliced <strong>green onions<\/strong> if you\u2019re feeling fancy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-posts style-pairing\" id=\"block_357bb928836d1388c39dd575291220ba\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Serve\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tHow To Serve\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"section-description\"><p>This macaroni salad pairs amazingly with BBQ, grilled meats, or Hawaiian classics like my favorite Huli Huli Chicken. But honestly, you could eat it fright from the fridge, it&#8217;s that good!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"entries-container sm-grid-2 md-grid-2\">\n\n\t\n<div class=\"entry\">\n\n\t\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/huli-huli-chicken\/\" class=\"entry-image-link\">\n\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huli-huli-chicken-1-11-750x750.jpg\" class=\"attachment-placement-block-row-post size-placement-block-row-post entry-image\" alt=\"huli huli chicken thighs on a platter garnished with a bit of parsley.\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huli-huli-chicken-1-11-750x750.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huli-huli-chicken-1-11-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huli-huli-chicken-1-11-180x180.jpg 180w, 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class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" data-pin-description=\"This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet\u2014exactly how it\u2019s served in Hawaii. Easy, crowd-pleasing side for BBQs and potlucks! #macaronisalad #hawaiianrecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14.jpg\" alt=\"Hawaiian macaroni salad served in a wooden bowl with a spoon, garnished with green onions, placed on gray surface.\" class=\"wp-image-14376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-112x140.jpg 112w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-730x913.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-180x225.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-177x221.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hawaiian-macaroni-salad-1-14-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><h2 class=\"custom-faq-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1743540462446\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I keep the macaroni salad creamy overnight?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I always add a splash of extra milk or mayo before serving. Pasta salads tend to absorb dressing in the fridge\u2014this trick keeps it creamy.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1743540485639\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What mayo is best for Hawaiian Macaroni Salad?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I always recommend Best Foods or Hellmann&#8217;s for the authentic flavor and superior creamy texture. <\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1743540518404\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I skip the vinegar?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Please don\u2019t! The vinegar step might seem minor, but trust me, it&#8217;s essential\u2014I learned this secret after tasting authentic Hawaiian macaroni salads on vacation and talking to locals. The tanginess balances the sweetness perfectly.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1743540548412\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make this salad ahead?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Absolutely! In fact, it\u2019s better after chilling overnight\u2014perfect for meal prep.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1743540556627\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I add protein to the salad?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Definitely\u2014cooked ham, shredded chicken, or hard-boiled eggs would be delicious additions.<\/p> <\/details> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" data-pin-description=\"This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet\u2014exactly how it\u2019s served in Hawaii. 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wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Creamy, tangy, and just a little sweet, this classic <strong>Hawaiian Macaroni Salad<\/strong> is the ultimate side dish for potlucks, BBQs, or family dinners. Quick, easy, and always a crowd favorite!<\/span><\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-info-columns\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text- wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal 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wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"13571\" data-servings=\"8\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;pound&#032;elbow macaroni\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pound<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">elbow macaroni<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;cups&#032;mayonnaise&#032;preferably Best Foods or Hellmann&#039;s\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/homemade-mayonnaise\/\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">mayonnaise<\/a><\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">preferably Best Foods or Hellmann&#39;s<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;cup&#032;whole milk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">whole milk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bc&#032;cup&#032;apple cider vinegar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">apple cider vinegar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tablespoon&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;medium&#032;carrot&#032;peeled and finely grated\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">medium<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">carrot<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">peeled and finely grated<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;cup&#032;celery&#032;finely chopped, optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">celery<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely chopped, optional<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bc&#032;cup&#032;onion&#032;finely chopped \"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">onion<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely chopped <\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;salt and pepper&#032;to taste\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt and pepper<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">to taste<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;green onions&#032;sliced thinly, for garnish, optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">green onions<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">sliced thinly, for garnish, optional<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-13571 wprm-unit-conversion-container-links wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"13571\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"13571\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-13571-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-13571-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"13571\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul style=\"--wprm-advanced-list-background: #343434;--wprm-advanced-list-size: 22px;--wprm-advanced-list-text-size: 10px;\" class=\"wprm-advanced-list wprm-advanced-list-reset wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13571-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until the pasta is very soft, about 1\u20132 minutes longer than al dente.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13571-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Drain the macaroni thoroughly. Do not rinse the pasta; instead, return it to the pot or place it in a large mixing bowl. While the macaroni is still hot, sprinkle the apple cider vinegar over the pasta. Toss to evenly coat. Allow the macaroni to cool for about 10 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13571-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, whole milk, and granulated sugar until smooth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13571-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Once the macaroni has cooled slightly, stir in the grated carrots, chopped celery (if using), and chopped onion. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure everything is well combined and the macaroni is fully coated.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13571-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">If the salad seems too dry, you can add a bit more milk or mayonnaise to reach your desired consistency. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13571-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Before serving, give the macaroni salad a good stir. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve cold alongside your favorite dishes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"tips-notes\">\n\n\t\t\t<div id=\"recipe-13571-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Tips &amp; Notes:<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ol>\n<li><strong>Pasta<\/strong>: Cook your macaroni a bit softer than al dente\u2014it might feel strange at first, but after making this salad countless times, I promise softer pasta absorbs the dressing better and makes it authentically creamy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mayonnaise<\/strong>: highly recommend using Best Foods or Hellmann\u2019s mayonnaise. It has the ideal mild flavor and creaminess that perfectly matches authentic Hawaiian macaroni salad. Trust me, mayo choice makes all the difference!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vinegar Trick<\/strong>: Sprinkling apple cider vinegar on the pasta while it\u2019s still hot ensures the flavor absorbs deeply. Don\u2019t skip this step\u2014it&#8217;s the secret I learned from Hawaiian cooks and truly elevates the salad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make ahead<\/strong>: The salad actually tastes even better made the night before, allowing flavors to meld beautifully. It might thicken up overnight\u2014no problem, just stir in a splash of extra milk or mayo before serving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage<\/strong>: Keeps perfectly covered in the fridge for up to <strong>4 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-nutrition\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div id=\"recipe-13571-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">nutrition facts<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">serving<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">615<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (31%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">47<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (16%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (18%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">43<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (66%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (44%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">25<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">25<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (8%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">376<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (16%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">222<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (6%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (8%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (6%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1393<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (28%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (2%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">44<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (4%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (6%)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-tags\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Joanna Cismaru<\/a><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Salad, Side Dish<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" 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