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Refreshing Creamy Japanese-Style Macaroni Salad

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This beloved recipe with over 2,100 reviews is a game-changer! You can make restaurant-quality creamy macaroni salad right at home. It's so delicious and easy!

Ingredients

2 servings
  • Macaroni50g
  • Cucumber1/2
  • Ham4-5 slices
  • ★Olive oil1 tsp
  • ★Vinegar1 tsp
  • ★Sugar1 tsp
  • Mayonnaise3-4 tbsp
  • Salt and peppera pinch
Allergens
eggmilksoybean

Directions

15 min
  1. 1

    Thinly slice the 1/2 cucumber into rounds, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, massage gently, and squeeze out the excess water thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Cut the 4-5 ham slices in half, then cut into 1cm-wide matchsticks.

  3. 3

    Cook 50g of macaroni according to package directions, rinse with cold water, and drain well.

  4. 4

    In a bowl, combine the macaroni, cucumber, and ham. Add the ★ seasonings (1 tsp olive oil, 1 tsp vinegar, and 1 tsp sugar) and mix well.

  5. 5

    Add 3-4 tbsp of mayonnaise and mix until everything is well combined.

  6. 6

    Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste, and your salad is ready to serve!

Tips

Salt-massage the cucumber thoroughly to remove excess moisture while keeping it crisp and crunchy. For a creamier texture, reduce the olive oil to 1/2 tbsp.

Nutrition

Per serving
  • Calories320 kcal
  • Protein8 g
  • Fat22 g
  • Carbs26 g
  • Sodium0.8 g