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Macaroni Coleslaw Salad

Published: Mar 28, 2022 by Mindee · This post contains affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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A classic macaroni salad and a classic coleslaw salad all in one with a creamy dressing! A quick and easy recipe that makes the perfect side dish for family gatherings and summer barbecues!

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  • Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
  • Couple Things You'll Need
  • Step by Step Instructions
  • Recipe FAQS and Expert Tips
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  • Macaroni Coleslaw Salad Recipe

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • A creamy pasta salad for a summer potluck or summer cookout!
  • A delicious coleslaw with pasta! Two classic salads in one!
  • This coleslaw pasta salad is also perfect to complete an easy weeknight meal!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

  • White Pepper - you may use black pepper in place of the white pepper, but it won't be the same. If you've never used white pepper give it a try! I very very rarely use black pepper because white pepper has a much better flavor.
  • Cabbage - You can substitute a bag of coleslaw mix for the red cabbage, green cabbage and carrots. You'll need approximately 4 cups of coleslaw mix.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar - You can substitute white vinegar in a pinch.
  • Pasta - The type of pasta I use for this macaroni coleslaw recipe is Ditalini pasta. You could substitute another small pasta like elbow macaroni if you would like.
  • Mayonnaise - Miracle whip can be substituted for the mayo.
  • Green Onions - Red onion can be substituted for the green onions.
Ingredients for macaroni coleslaw.
Simple ingredients needed to make this macaroni coleslaw!

Couple Things You'll Need

Step by Step Instructions

  • Begin by preparing the dressing.
  • In a small bowl or 2 cup measuring cup, whisk the mayo, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt and white pepper together.
  • Set aside.
Whisk the dressing ingredients together and set aside.
Whisk the dressing ingredients together and set aside.
  • Cook, drain and cool the pasta according to package directions under cold water.
  • While the pasta is cooking prepare the rest of the salad.
  • Slice, dice, peel and chop up the cabbages, carrots, celery ribs, green bell pepper, medium cucumber and green onions.
  • In a large mixing bowl toss the green cabbage, red cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, celery, green onions.....
Toss the chopped veggies together in a large bowl.
Toss the chopped veggies together in a large bowl.
  • .....peas, and green pepper.
  • Mix in the cooked and cooled al dente pasta.
  • Stir in the dressing.
  • Allow to chill and the flavors to blend for 4 hours before serving.
Mix in the pasta and creamy dressing!
Mix in the pasta and creamy dressing!

Recipe FAQS and Expert Tips

Can I make this a day early?

Yes! Absolutely! This salad is go for 3-4 after preparing it.

What does this salad go well with?

I love to serve this with grilled meats like Marinated Chicken or BBQ Pork Ribs! Add some Maple Bacon Baked Beans and you're ready!

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Macaroni Coleslaw Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Mindee
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Chill Time: 4 Hours
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 Servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
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Two classic salads, macaroni salad and coleslaw all in one with a creamy dressing! A quick and easy recipe that will be perfect for your next potluck!


Ingredients

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Dressing

  • ¾ cups Mayonnaise
  • 2 ½ Tbs Sugar
  • ⅛ cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp White Pepper

Salad

  • ¾ cup Ditalini Pasta
  • 1 ½ cups thinly sliced Green Cabbage
  • 1 ½ cups thinly sliced Red Cabbage
  • ½ Cucumber
  • ¾ cup Matchstick cut Carrots
  • 2 Stalks Celery
  • 6 Green Onions
  • ½ cup Frozen Peas ((no need to thaw))
  • ⅓ cup Green Bell Pepper, chopped up

 


Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing by whisking the mayo, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper together.
  2. Set aside.
  3. Cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions.  Once done, drain and rinse in cold water until the pasta is no longer warm.
  4. While the pasta is cooking, thinly slice the cabbages, celery and green onions.
  5. Peel and chop up the cucumber.  
  6. Toss the cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, celery, green onions, and frozen peas together in large bowl.
  7. Stir the cooked pasta in with the vegetables.  
  8. Pour the dressing over the top and mix into the vegetables and pasta well.
  9. Cover the bowl tightly and place in the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours.  

Notes

  • This salad is great to make ahead.  It's good for 3-4 days after preparing!

Keywords: macaroni coleslaw, creamy coleslaw recipe, macaroni salad

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Comments

  1. KiMee Nicole Price

    November 27, 2020 at 1:16 pm

    I love the taste of this!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  2. Sue

    March 26, 2019 at 8:19 pm

    I love coleslaw but I never thought to put pasta in it. I think I'm going to like this one. Thanks!

    Reply
    • mindeescookingobsession

      March 27, 2019 at 7:04 am

      It is pretty tasty!

      Reply
  3. Kelly | Foodtasia

    March 18, 2019 at 7:48 am

    Mindee, macaroni salad is my weakness! And I love coleslaw. Mixing them together is brilliant!

    Reply
    • mindeescookingobsession

      March 18, 2019 at 3:48 pm

      Thanks! I make this one a lot in the summer!

      Reply

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