Meta Info
Servings: 8–10
Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)
Difficulty: Easy
Calories: ~340 per serving
Intro
Creamy, sweet, tangy, and loaded with crunchy vegetables, Amish Macaroni Salad is the ultimate backyard cookout side dish. The signature dressing gives it that classic sweet-and-creamy flavor that keeps everyone coming back for seconds.
Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, picnics, and meal prep.
Look at the Recipe
- Sweet and creamy dressing
- Classic Amish-style flavor
- Great make-ahead side dish
- Perfect for summer gatherings
- Family favorite comfort food
- Better after chilling overnight
Ingredients Needed
- 2½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups Miracle Whip
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon celery seed
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- ¼ cup sweet onion, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
Optional additions:
- Diced ham
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Green peas
- Chopped pickles
- Fresh parsley
How to Make
Step 1: Cook Pasta
Bring a pot of lightly salted water to boil.
Cook macaroni for 8–10 minutes until tender.
Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Allow pasta to cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Dressing
In a medium bowl whisk together:
- Miracle Whip
- Dill relish
- Mustard
- Sugar
- Vinegar
- Salt
- Pepper
- Celery seed
Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Combine
Add cooled macaroni to a large bowl.
Pour dressing over pasta.
Fold in:
- Chopped eggs
- Onion
- Celery
- Bell pepper
Mix gently.
Step 4: Chill
Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Stir once before serving.
Storage & Serving Suggestions
Refrigerator: Keeps fresh for 3–4 days
Serve with:
- Grilled burgers
- BBQ chicken
- Fried chicken
- Sandwiches
- Summer cookout meals
Final Thoughts
Amish Macaroni Salad is one of those timeless recipes that somehow tastes even better the next day. Creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, tender pasta, and a touch of sweetness make it an instant crowd favorite.
