Macaroni Coleslaw Recipe

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My friend Peggy brought this coleslaw to one of our picnics, and everyone liked it so much, we all had to have the recipe. —Sandra Matteson, Westhope, North Dakota

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Macaroni Coleslaw Recipe
  • Prep: 25 min. + chilling
  • Yield: 16 Servings
15 10 25

Ingredients

  • 1 package (7 ounces) ring macaroni or ditalini
  • 1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, finely chopped
  • 1 medium cucumber, finely chopped
  • 1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 can (8 ounces) whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped
  • DRESSING:
  • 1-1/2 cups Miracle Whip Light
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl; add the coleslaw mix, onions, celery, cucumber, green pepper and water chestnuts.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Yield: 16 servings.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 150 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 6 mg cholesterol, 286 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Macaroni Coleslaw in Healthy Cooking June/July 2009, p33

Tip

Crunchy Cucumbers

If you want the cucumbers in your salad to be cool and crunchy, just chill them overnight in ice water. You’ll be delighted with the results…and so will everyone else! —Ruby W., Bogalusa, Louisiana

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Reviewed on Jan. 01, 2013 by beann01

This salad was just okay. I wouldn't make it again.

Reviewed on Dec. 06, 2012 by RoniRae

The absolute first time I have ever been so impressed with a recipe that I felt I had to rate it. This is excellent! The dressing is so good and the longer the salad sits the better it gets. This one is a keeper!!

Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2012 by bheavican

It tasted fine but it just wasn't enough for me to want to make it again.

Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2012 by bheavican

It tasted fine but it just wasn't enough for me to want to make it again.

Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2012 by pastiepie

Loved it

Reviewed on Sep. 08, 2012 by pattywaggs

I made this for Labor Day and it was a huge hit with many of the guests and I plan to take it to a pot luck picnic this week. I used half Hellman's Mayo & half Miracle Whip in the dressing. I substituted red pepper for the green pepper and left out the cucumbers. It has a great crunch and know we will enjoy it many times over. Thanks for the recipe!

Reviewed on Sep. 02, 2012 by dianesutter1

I made this using only one onion, the small shells and substituted mayo for the Miracle Whip. My family loved it, but I do intend on trying some of the add-ins that were suggested.

Reviewed on Sep. 01, 2012 by docdi

Sorry, hate to write a negative review, but thought this was terribly BLAND. Added a bit of horseradish, celery seed, more vinegar, salt and pepper, and more Miracle Whip to get it just ok.

Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2012 by JudithIrene

What an absolutely delicious salad! I was pleasantly surprised to see that this salad is huge! Just the right amount of dressing for all the lovely ingredients... a definite 5-star recipe!

Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2012 by duli

I just loved this recipe. I used green onions, and used broccoli coleslaw in a package. I also used the small shells and used 14 oz of those. I know I changed it up quite a bit but everything worked so well together. I did not use the water chestnuts, but this dish never lacked for flavor. It makes so much I take it to our Church dinners and any other get togethers. Yummy!! Debbie in Texas

Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2012 by sandydrage

I have made this salad many times. Everyone really likes it. I have added pineapple tidbits, chopped apples, or fresh peas at times.

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2012 by lilithspring

Good recipe, but added a little caraway and used peas instead of cucumber.

Reviewed on Jul. 06, 2012 by MarilynESherwin

I think you can use small macaroni in this recipe. It taste wonderful made with mayo instead of mircle whip. Good recipe

Reviewed on Jun. 26, 2012 by kundet

Would be awesome with a little imitation crab meat added as well!!!

Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2012 by chefcookinvetta

Made this for a family gathering, it was so Good !!!!! Will make it again.

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2012 by Wag234

Have made this recipe several times. Everyone loves it ~ yum!

Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2012 by grussell

Really good change of pace. Will use for get togethers this summer

Reviewed on Jan. 23, 2012 by jl_calkins

Yum! Love this recipe. This will be my go-to side dish for family get togethers/potlucks. Love the noodles, gives it such a good texture. I cut the recipe in half.

Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2012 by guthriex2

The BEST salad ever. People who don't like Coleslaw liked this one. I did not use water chestnuts, and substituted Splenda for the sugar. Delicious.

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2011 by Jenemm

I made this to bring to a party. I may have to make it again so I have enough to bring! I cut the sugar, used mayonnaise and a 16 oz. bag of coleslaw. Delicious.

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2011 by sd20

This is very good. A nice change from the traditional coleslaw. I didn't add the chestnuts. Family enjoyed it.

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2011 by sugamoma

Made for a family get-together. Everyone loved it!

Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2011 by AHIPPYGRL

This recipe is so good! I took to a fish fry and was a huge hit....everybody loved it!

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2011 by kcoffman

yummy! I used mayonnaise instead of Miracle Whip.

Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2011 by spartan29

Everyone loves this. I only use one onion. It makes a lot and tastes delicious. I also added chopped peanuts to the top. This is a keeper!

Reviewed on May. 28, 2011 by petlizard

I have this and been told it is best ever Cole slaw , but to cut calories I sub half mayo for plain yogurt still get rave reviews

 
 

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