Description
Hawaiian potato salad brings tropical sunshine to classic comfort cuisine, blending creamy textures with sweet pineapple and rich mayonnaise. Cool island flavors dance through each delightful bite, inviting you to savor summer’s most delectable side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Starch:
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
Vegetables and Eggs:
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
Dressing and Seasonings:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) yellow mustard
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Submerge whole potatoes in generously salted water, simmering for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender without becoming mushy.
- Simultaneously cook macaroni in separate pot according to package directions, ensuring al dente texture, then drain and rinse with cold water to halt cooking process.
- Whisk together creamy mayonnaise, tangy vinegar, zesty mustard, and season with salt and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Dice cooled potatoes and hard-boiled eggs into uniform, bite-sized cubes for consistent texture throughout the salad.
- Finely mince carrot, celery, and onion to distribute crisp vegetable flavors evenly across the salad mixture.
- Gently fold potatoes, macaroni, eggs, and chopped vegetables into the creamy dressing, carefully coating each ingredient without breaking delicate components.
- Refrigerate the Hawaiian potato salad for minimum 1 hour, allowing flavors to meld and develop a harmonious taste profile before serving chilled.
Notes
- Opt for waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for a creamy, firm texture that holds up well in the salad.
- Slightly undercook macaroni to prevent mushiness when mixed with other ingredients, ensuring a pleasant al dente bite.
- For a lighter version, substitute half the mayo with Greek yogurt to reduce calories while maintaining creamy consistency.
- Consider adding diced pineapple for an authentic Hawaiian twist, bringing a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the savory elements.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg