Creamy Ensalada de Coditos (Dominican Macaroni Salad)
This easy Ensalada de Coditos is a creamy, flavorful Dominican pasta salad made with elbow noodles, crisp veggies, ham, and a tangy mayo dressing. The perfect make-ahead side dish for any occasion!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 343kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
For the salad
- 8 ounces Elbow Noodles
- ½ cup frozen peas, thawed out
- ½ cup red onion, chopped
- ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ pound cooked ham, diced
For the dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare elbow macaroni noodles according to package directions. Drain well, and let cool.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine elbow noodles, peas, onion, bell pepper, and ham. Mix in the dressing and stir until well combined.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Cook the pasta al-dente. If you overcook it the salad will be soft and mushy.
- Let the pasta cool completely. If you add the mayonnaise while the pasta is still warm, it can become runny.
- For best results, let the pasta sit for at least 2 hours before you serve it.
Nutrition
Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 564mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 534IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg