Home > Salads > Macaroni Coleslaw Salad Macaroni Coleslaw Salad May 30, 2017 | 21 Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Two amazing summer side-dishes collide into one insanely tasty Macaroni Coleslaw Salad! Perfect for a potluck or summer get-together! One of our family rules is that we can each have one treat a day. The toddler generally follows this rule with a few promptings and reminders throughout the day. So last week when my sister visited we baked some cookies with the boys and I was certain the toddler would pick those cookies for his treat. Instead, he decided on a slice of leftover birthday cake and so that was his treat for the day. When I left the kitchen, apparently my sister offered the toddler a cookie to which he quickly inhaled. But the second I got back into the kitchen, he completely threw her under the bus and tattled that “Livi broke the rules, Mom. She’s making me eat two treats today even though we’re only supposed to have one.” And….I’m guessing that’s the last time his aunt “sneaks” him an extra treat. ? This salad is what I consider a summer “treat.” It’s not the healthiest of salads, but gosh it is so good and such a delicious summer indulge! It’s tangy, sweet, and crunchy. The flavors are phenomenal and it’s perfect for a summer potluck or party! Essentially this salad is a mash-up of coleslaw and macaroni salads with tons of veggies and a quick homemade coleslaw dressing. We also tried this salad with a store-bought Coleslaw dressing and it is delicious. So, if you’re looking to cut a few minutes or a few ingredients, grab a store-bought Coleslaw dressing. (I love the dressings in the refrigerated section of the produce.) This salad tastes best after being chilled for a bit in the fridge. It gives a chance for the vegetables to soften a little and the flavors to all meld. If you are sensitive to red onion, be aware it does intensify the longer this salad sits in the fridge. Enjoy! FOLLOW ALONG! Subscribe to my newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates, recipes and content. Macaroni Coleslaw Salad 5 from 4 votes - Review this recipe Two amazing summer side-dishes collide into one insanely tasty Macaroni Coleslaw Salad! Perfect for a potluck or summer get-together! SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe Macaroni Coleslaw Salad 5 from 4 votes - Review this recipe SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe Two amazing summer side-dishes collide into one insanely tasty Macaroni Coleslaw Salad! Perfect for a potluck or summer get-together! Course Salad Cuisine American Prep Time 20 minutes Total Time 20 minutes Servings 14 -16 side salad servings Calories 230kcal Author Chelsea, highly adapted from Taste of Home Ingredients2 cups macaroni noodles, measured when dry1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar2 English cucumbers, cut into moons1 green bell pepper, finely chopped2 regular celery ribs, finely chopped1 red onion, finely chopped1 (14 ounces) package coleslaw mixDRESSING:1 and 1/2 cups regular Mayo1/4 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup apple cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice InstructionsCook the macaroni noodles according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water and then transfer to a large bowl. Toss with 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar.Meanwhile, prepare the veggies. Remove about an inch of each end of the English cucumbers. Halve the cucumbers so you have 4 cucumbers. Slice each cumber in half and then cut the halves into moons. Add to the large bowl with the macaroni noodles. Finely chop the green pepper and add to the bowl.Finely chop the celery and red onion and add to the bowl. Add in the coleslaw mix and toss to combine.Meanwhile, add all of the dressing ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk to combine. Pour over the salad and toss until all the ingredients are well coated. Cover tightly and allow to chill thoroughly in the fridge for at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour before enjoying. Toss right before serving.Best enjoyed the same day. Nutrition FactsCalories: 230kcal DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! Tag me on Instagram at @ChelseasMessyApron or leave me a comment below. More Summer Salads/Side Dishes: Quinoa Avocado Power Salad The BEST EVER Fruit Salad Asparagus Couscous Salad Quinoa Berry Salad
You have the yummiest dishes! Love this new Macaroni Coleslaw Salad recipe you just shared. Perfect for those hot summer days! Reply
????Your son is the funniest boy EVER! I love when you talk about him. So lovely 😉 And there’s so much to love about this gorgeous salad!!! Really great combo of ingredients!! Reply
What a great idea and combination! I always use red and yellow peppers instead of green. I can’t wait to try. Thanks! I have saved many of your recipes! Reply
You state best if served same day, how long is the salad good for? I am planning to take for lunch for 4 days, would it be good that long? Thanks!!!! Reply
Macaroni is my son’s favorite food. I often make mac and cheese for him at home. Yours looks nice, try it soon. Thank you, Chelsea. Reply
This is delicious! Since there’s just two of us I cut the recipe in half and only dressed half of what I made, saving the rest to dress and eat in a few days. The only change I made was to seed the cucumber and cut it into smaller pieces. I had stopped making pasta salad because of medical issues that require a very low sodium diet, and this recipe allows us to enjoy pasta salad again! Thank you so much! This is definitely a keeper! Reply
I’m so thrilled to hear this was a hit and you were able to enjoy a pasta salad again — yay! 🙂 Thanks so much for the comment and review Ellen 🙂 Reply
Awesome recipe, i didnt remeber to separate dressing fir another day, however, i took left over for lunch, hopefully i get to enjoy the rest, thank you! Reply
This is delicious i made it today!! You mention its not the healthiest but i think it sort of is…lots of good veggies in there…i also use organic sugar and 1/2 mayo and 1/2 plain greek yogurt…thanks for a great recipe ? Reply
I added some chickpeas and made this a complete meal. Perfect for the hot days we’ve been having in south Florida. I don’t even like regular coleslaw but this salad is addictive!! I went for a second bowl. Reply
