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Filipino Macaroni Salad

Filipino Macaroni Salad That's a Sweet & Savory Hit

This Filipino Macaroni Salad is a creamy, sweet, and savory dish that will impress your guests at any gathering!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Elbow Macaroni Cook until al dente
  • 1 cup Shredded Cooked Chicken Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver
  • 1 cup Small-Diced Cooked Ham Turkey or chicken can work for a lighter twist
  • 1 cup Small-Diced Sharp Cheddar Cheese Switch to milder cheese if desired
  • 1 cup Diced Medium Carrots Peas can be a fun alternative
  • 1 can Canned Pineapple Tidbits Fresh pineapple is a refreshing substitute
  • 1/2 cup Raisins Dried cranberries can be used for a tangy twist
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Pickle Relish Omit if preferring less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Reduce or skip for a lighter salad
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Customize based on your preference
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can lighten it up if desired

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the macaroni by boiling salted water and adding the elbow macaroni. Cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the dressing by mixing shredded chicken, mayonnaise, diced ham, sharp cheddar, carrots, pineapple, raisins, pickle relish, and sweetened condensed milk in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Combine cooled macaroni into the dressing mixture and fold gently.
  4. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving.
  5. Adjust seasonings if needed and serve the salad garnished with paprika or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

You can prepare this salad hours or even a day in advance for best flavor blending.

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