Best Macaroni Salad Recipe
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Best Macaroni Salad

By: JEANDERSON72 
"Very easy and delicious! I am constantly asked to bring this salad to parties and picnics. The cheese and ham are key additions to an old favorite."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.0 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (48)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
4 Hrs 30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
  • 1 cup diced ham
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, mayonnaise and mix well. Stir in cucumber, onion, ham and cheese. Mix well. Drizzle oil and vinegar over top and toss. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 437 | Total Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 28mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2005 by AK838   view full review
This macaroni salad was delicious! I've sampled quite a few recipes from this website, but...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2003 by FRANCESBROWN   view full review
This recipe was an instant hit at our cookout. Everyone was surprised tasting the ham & the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2003 by MOLSON7   view full review
This was alright. I whisked together all dressing ingredients. I used real onion instad of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 14, 2003 by ITSNANCY4U   view full review
This is the best ever. I personally don't like macaroni salad and never have but my boys like...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2005 by Jeannie   view full review
Although this does lack a lot of taste, I love it for what it is: a light and fresh summer ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2003 by SCOOPS56   view full review
DELICIOUS!! My son requested this for his birthday meal. He's 21 and very fussy. Great ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 6, 2005 by Terri   view full review
This disappeared quickly at the party I brought it to, and my family liked it so much I made...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2003 by QUASINAUGHT   view full review
This semmed to be missing flavor. Was very bland. I did not like the cucumber in it. I will...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 7, 2002 by RGRAWEY   view full review
I cut both the oil and vinegar by 1 TBS and it was very good.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 1, 2007 by Jill   view full review
I used the base of this recipe and made it into more of an Italian macaroni salad. My husband...

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