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    Home » Recipes » Salads

    Macaroni Coleslaw Salad

    Published on October 15, 2017 - Updated on January 14, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 2 Comments - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    macaroni coleslaw salad
    A nice sweet & tart dressing for this Macaroni Coleslaw Salad. This side dish is so awesome I think this is the only one I will ever make again!
     
    Macaroni Coleslaw Salad

    This Macaroni Coleslaw Salad is the perfect side dish for chicken wings or ribs. If you are bored with the usual coleslaw or pasta salad recipes, then give this one a shot.

    macaroni coleslaw salad

    It's seriously the best of both worlds! Nice and creamy with a bunch of crunchy vegetables. Yummy! The first time I made this salad was for a July 4th family get-together. I decided to use tri-color pasta to make it look a little more festive.

    macaroni coleslaw salad

    We all know we eat with our eyes. If you've never used colored pasta before, don't worry, it doesn't taste much different (if at all) than regular pasta noodles and you make it just like regular pasta.

    macaroni coleslaw salad

    💭 What is Al Dente

    When making pasta, it's important to cook the pasta al dente to ensure to best texture possible. If you are not familiar with the term "al dente", it means cooking the pasta so it's still chewy and firm and that it will hold its shape when the sauce is added to it.

    macaroni coleslaw salad

    As with most of the recipes on this blog, this one is pretty simple to make but make sure you let it sit in the fridge for at least one hour before serving so the flavors can meld together. Don't rush it! It's worth the extra time.

    macaroni coleslaw salad

    For more great recipes with Cucumbers, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Simple Avocado Salsa
    • Grilled Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce
    • Simple Thai Chicken Wraps
    • Green Pepper Cucumber Relish

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Macaroni Coleslaw Salad recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Pasta, Apple Cider Vinegar, Cucumbers, Green Bell Pepper, Celery Stalks, Red Onion, Coleslaw Mix, Mayonnaise, White Sugar, Salt, Ground Black Pepper, Garlic Powder and Lemon Juice.

    🥣 How to Make Macaroni Coleslaw Salad

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse macaroni in cold water and then transfer to a large serving bowl.
    Add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to the pasta and toss.
    Chop the cucumbers and green pepper and add to the pasta. Toss until well combined. Finely chop the celery and red onion and add to the bowl. Add in the coleslaw mix and toss to combine.
    Add all of the dressing ingredients to a small mixing bowl. Whisk to combine. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
    Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

    Macaroni Coleslaw Salad

    Macaroni Coleslaw Salad

    A nice sweet & tart dressing for this Macaroni Coleslaw Salad. This side dish is so awesome I think this is the only one I will make again.
    4.25 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Salads, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 16
    Calories 236 kcal

    Equipment

    • Saucepan
    • Bowl for Mixing

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 Cups Pasta
    • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 2 Cucumbers, diced
    • 1 Green Bell Pepper, diced
    • 3 Celery Stick, diced
    • 1 small Red Onion, diced
    • 14 oz Coleslaw Mix

    DRESSING

    • 1 ½ Cups Mayonnaise
    • ¼ Cup White Sugar
    • ¼ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
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    Instructions
     

    • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse macaroni in cold water and then transfer to a large serving bowl.
    • Add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to the macaroni and toss.
    • Chop the cucumbers and green pepper and add to the macaroni. Toss until well combined. Finely chop the celery and red onion and add to the bowl. Add in the coleslaw mix and toss to combine.
    • Add all of the dressing ingredients to a small mixing bowl. Whisk to combine. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
    • Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

    Notes

    → Let the salad sit for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. This will allow all the flavors to meld. You can use it immediately, but the longer you let it sit in the refrigerator, the more flavorful it will be.
    → Contrary to popular belief, a whole head of celery is called a stalk and a single “stick” from the stalk is called a rib. Since most call a rib of celery "stalk", I use the term Celery Stick to try and avoid any confusion.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 236kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 213mgPotassium: 162mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 95IUVitamin C: 17.2mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 0.5mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    2 Comments

    1. Sharon

      November 10, 2019 at 10:02 am

      I made this recipe for a family gathering on our Canadian thanksgiving. It was a real hit and was asked for the recipe. It was delicious. Will certainly make it again.

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      • Chef Rodney

        November 10, 2019 at 10:51 am

        Thanks for the feedback!

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