Macaroni Coleslaw

By nancystrini

Really great combo of your favorite picnic sides--serves a bunch!

Ingredients

• DRESSING:
• 1 7 oz. pkg ring macaroni or ditalini
• 1 14 oz. pkg 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 oz.) whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped
• 1 1/2 cups mayo
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 1/2 t salt
• 1/4 / t pepper

Details

Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 85mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl; add the slaw 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 one hour.