Macaroni Coleslaw

Name: Macaroni Coleslaw
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: United Kingdom
Ingredients: 2\u2009½ cups elbow macaroni; 1 medium red or green bell pepper, chopped; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped; 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained, 2 tablespoons of juice reserved; 3 cups finely shredded cabbage; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard; 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 1 cup cherry-flavored yogurt; salt and pepper to taste; ½ cup fresh shredded coconut; 8 maraschino cherries for garnish

A sweet and tangy cold salad of pineapple and vegetables that may be prepared up to one day ahead of time. Delicious alongside jerk-seasoned grilled meats.

INGRIDIENT

2 ½ cups elbow macaroni

1 medium red or green bell pepper, chopped

1 medium onion, diced

2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped

1 cup pineapple chunks, drained, 2 tablespoons of juice reserved

3 cups finely shredded cabbage

½ teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard

2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon canola oil

1 teaspoon white pepper

1 tablespoon white sugar

1 cup cherry-flavored yogurt

salt and pepper to taste

½ cup fresh shredded coconut

8 maraschino cherries for garnish (Optional)

DIRECTION

Step: 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain, and rinse with cold water until chilled. Drain well.

Step: 2

Place the macaroni in a large bowl, and toss together with the bell pepper, onion, carrot, pineapple, reserved pineapple juice, and cabbage. Sprinkle with garlic powder, and toss to combine; set aside.

Step: 3

In a small bowl, stir together the Dijon mustard, vinegar, oil, white pepper, sugar, and yogurt; season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss the macaroni salad with the dressing, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour to overnight.

Step: 4

To serve, toss the salad again to mix, then pour into a serving bowl. Sprinkle with coconut, and garnish with maraschino cherries.

NUTRITION FACT

Per Serving: 249 calories; protein 6.6g; carbohydrates 46.6g; fat 4.4g; cholesterol 2mg; sodium 160.9mg.

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