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Creamy Macaroni Fruit Salad

Cultural Context

Creamy Macaroni Fruit Salad is a beloved dish in the Philippines, often served during festive occasions and family gatherings. It reflects the Filipino penchant for sweet and savory combinations, showcasing a delightful mix of fruits, pasta, and creamy dressing. Today, this dish has found its way into various celebrations and potlucks, evolving with personal twists and regional variations.

FilipinoPHside
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
300 grams macaroni, uncooked
400 grams can fruit cocktail, well drained
150 grams red nata de coco, drained
150 grams green nata de coco, drained
3/4 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
250 ml kremdensada (combined cream and condensed milk)
250 ml nestle cream
1 tsp salt
1/2 tbsp oil

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while adding creaminess.

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream offers a creamy texture with fewer calories.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories without sacrificing flavor.

cooked ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: bologna

Turkey ham is leaner while bologna is more affordable.

1

Boil 300 grams salad macaroni in water according to package instructions (usually 10 minutes). Remove from heat and drain excess water. Set aside for at least 2 hours.

2

In a big mixing bowl, put-in cooked salad macaroni, add drained fruit cocktail, red and green nata de coco, diced cheddar cheese.

3

Pour-in cream/creamy condensed milk (kremdensada) and mayonnaise. Mix thoroughly, until everything is coated with the sauce.

4

Chill before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Macaroni SaladFruit Salad

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