Here’s a simple, tasty Tomato Macaroni Mayonnaise recipe (often made as a quick salad or snack):
Ingredients
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1 cup macaroni
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1–2 tomatoes (finely chopped, seeds removed if watery)
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3–4 tablespoons mayonnaise (adjust to taste)
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper (optional)
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½ teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)
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A pinch of chili flakes or paprika (optional)
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Fresh coriander or parsley (optional)
Method
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Cook the macaroni
Boil in salted water until just soft. Drain and let it cool completely. -
Prepare tomatoes
Chop tomatoes finely. If they’re very juicy, lightly squeeze out excess liquid. -
Mix
In a bowl, combine cooled macaroni, tomatoes, and mayonnaise. -
Season
Add salt, pepper, sugar, and chili flakes if using. Mix gently. -
Serve
Garnish with coriander or parsley. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Optional Add-ins
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Sweet corn
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Finely chopped onion or capsicum
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Grated carrot
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A squeeze of lemon for extra freshness