Ensalada de Coditos (Puerto Rican Macaroni Salad) is easy to make and incredibly delicious. This refreshing Macaroni Pasta Salad is a latin dish favorite that’s a must-have for the Holidays and Family gathering. This quick side dish is one that you can make ahead. In fact, the longer it sits in the refrigerator, the better it tastes!

Ensalada de Coditos
Ensalada de Coditos or Puerto Rican Macaroni Salad is easy to make and incredibly delicious This delicious dish is a perfect choice for BBQ or Christmas dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked macaroni pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked ham
- 1 cup cheddar cheese diced
- 1 carrot diced
- 1 small red onion chopped
- 1/2 cup olives
- 5 hardboiled eggs chopped
- Mayonnaise as desired
- 2 teaspoons heavy cream
- 1 red bell pepper diced
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, adding a little salt. When ready, drain well and set aside.
- Combine the pasta with the rest of the ingredients, diluting the mayonnaise with 2 tablespoons of cream before adding.
- Stir once more and garnish with a few pieces of red bell pepper and hardboiled egg.
Notes
You can also add peas or other vegetables into this salad, and substitute turkey, grilled chicken or tuna for the cooked ham.
You can also use any type of pasta to make this recipe.
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