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    Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad

    By Heather · Published: Mar 4, 2013 · Updated: Apr 12, 2018 · This post may contain affiliate links · See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

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    Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad

    When I posted the recipe for Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken a few weeks back I promised that a recipe for macaroni salad wouldn't be too far behind.  I'm willing to bet a solid gold doubloon that you've either been to Hawaii and tried their macaroni salad first hand, or have visited one of the many Hawaiian cafes that are popping up everywhere. Am I right?

    I love the meat and sticky rice combo that you can find there, but it's amazing what just a scoop of simple macaroni salad can do for the meal. The tangy, chewy noodles are the perfect compliment to the sweet meat. It's no wonder that plate lunches are such a huge part of Hawaiian cuisine because they are just down-right good. I love it because it's simple food. Simple ingredients. Simple preparations. Big flavor.

    Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad

    You might be surprised by how few ingredients are actually in this salad, but like I said, Hawaiian food like this is simple.

    Okay, and Drool-worthy too.

    Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad

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    Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad

    Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad

    The perfect pair for some Shoyu Chicken and white rice!
    By Heather Cheney
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Chilling Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
    Servings: 12 servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb elbow macaroni
    • 1 C mayonnaise
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 2 tablespoon grated white onion
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper more to taste

    Instructions

    • Cook macaroni until just tender in salted water. Drain and set aside in a large bowl to cool.
    • Once cooled, stir mayonnaise, salt, onion, and pepper into the noodles until well combined.
    • Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. If the salad seems dry add a bit of milk, 1 tablespoon at a time or a little more mayonnaise.

    Nutrition Facts

    Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 268 kcal | Carbohydrates: 29 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 15 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 8 mg | Sodium: 218 mg | Potassium: 91 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 12 IU | Vitamin C: 1 mg | Calcium: 10 mg | Iron: 1 mg

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    Comments

    1. RecordPaladin says

      November 10, 2022 at 1:27 am

      I am an OSU alumni and have been talking about Local Boyz ever since I moved to England. mcdvoice

      Reply
    2. Diana says

      March 07, 2022 at 9:59 am

      Can't wait to try this with your shoyu chicken recipe. I am an OSU alumni and have been talking about Local Boyz ever since I moved to England. Any way you can grace us with the hawaiian style steak recipe??

      Reply
    3. Jdubb says

      March 25, 2017 at 4:37 pm

      I haven't made it, but several of my hawaiian friends say celery salt is the key to Mac salad.

      Reply
    4. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

      January 09, 2016 at 6:35 am

      We love macaroni salad! I need to try this Hawaiian version!

      Reply
    5. Joanie @ Zagleft says

      January 08, 2016 at 7:19 am

      I grew up on macaroni salad, my mother made it all the time but I haven't had it in years. You've inspired me to make it again and I'm looking forward to trying your version.

      Reply
    6. Laura | Petite Allergy Treats says

      January 08, 2016 at 6:09 am

      Fun! There is a local Hawaiian take out place that serves a macaroni just like this. So simple but SO good!

      Reply
    7. Serene @ House of Yumm says

      January 08, 2016 at 4:52 am

      Love how simple this recipe is!

      Reply
    8. Deb @ Cooking on the Front Burner says

      January 07, 2016 at 6:08 pm

      Simple is best and this salad would be perfect for summer picnics!

      Reply
    9. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

      January 07, 2016 at 6:57 am

      Okay, never been to Hawaii (but my sister-in-law just went and brought me back black salt!) but I must say, this pasta sounds amazing! I love mayo, so there will be no concern about this meal! So trying this in the next few days (even tonight!)

      Reply
    10. Liz R says

      March 08, 2013 at 11:55 am

      Would LOVE to win this! All ready dreaming of things I can make.....

      Reply
    11. Juliette says

      March 07, 2013 at 2:40 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this today and it turned out SO well! I thought there was too much mayo at first, but when it chilled, it was perfect. I did add some red pepper flakes, yummy!

      Reply
      • Heather says

        March 07, 2013 at 10:11 pm

        It does seem like a lot of mayo at first, but those noodles soak it right up!

        Reply

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