Sunshine Macaroni Salad

Prep: 10 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: American

A creamy, colorful macaroni salad featuring cheese, ham, and crunchy celery, perfect for picnics, potlucks, or casual gatherings, offering a delightful mix of flavors and textures.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. elbow macaroni
  • 7 oz. cubed cheese
  • 1/2 c. celery
  • 1/2 lb. ham cubes
  • 1 Tbsp. green onion
  • Miracle Whip salad dressing

Instructions

  1. Combine cooked and drained elbow macaroni, cubed cheese, diced celery (if using), ham cubes (if using), and chopped green onion in a large bowl.
  2. Add Miracle Whip salad dressing gradually until the mixture is moistened to your liking.
  3. Mix well to evenly distribute all ingredients.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

93 kcal 5% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.9g 10% DV
Total Fat 4.3g 5% DV
Carbs 9.6g 3% DV
Fiber 1.5g 5% DV
Sugar 5.7g 11% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 619mg 27% DV
Potassium 212.8mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 11.3mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47.5mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 6.2mg 7% DV
Calcium 170.5mg 13% DV
Iron 0.6mg 3% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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