Da Kine Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: Da Kine Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups cooked macaroni, chilled; 3 large potatoes; 3 eggs, hard-boiled and minced; 1 large waimea onion, finely diced (or use Maui or other sweet onion); 2 stalks celery, finely diced; 1 can tuna (optional); 1 cup mayonnaise (or more); 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard; 1 large carrot, grated; 2 cups frozen peas, defrosted in cold water and drained; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

8 cups cooked macaroni, chilled
3 large potatoes
3 eggs, hard-boiled and minced
1 large waimea onion, finely diced (or use Maui or other sweet onion)
2 stalks celery, finely diced
1 can tuna (optional)
1 cup mayonnaise (or more)
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1 large carrot, grated
2 cups frozen peas, defrosted in cold water and drained
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper

1
Boil the whole, unpeeled potatoes in water to cover until cooked firm, not mushy.
2
Add cold water to pot and let potatoes set for 15 minutes.
3
Drain potatoes and peel off skins.
4
Cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
5
In a large bowl combine macaroni, potatoes, eggs, onion and celery and mix until blended.
6
Add 1 cup mayonnaise (mixed with drained tuna, if desired) and mustard to macaroni mixture and mix gently not crushing the potatoes.
7
Add more mayonnaise as needed until mixture is coated and appearance is creamy.
8
Fold in grated carrot and peas.
9
Add lemon juice, salt and pepper and mix gently but thoroughly.
10
Flavors blend best when made and chilled a day ahead.

1377

kcal

Calories

121

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups cooked macaroni, chilled, 3 large potatoes, 3 eggs, hard-boiled and minced, 1 large waimea onion, finely diced (or use Maui or other sweet onion), and more.

Yes, Da Kine Macaroni Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Da Kine Macaroni Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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