Macaroni Salad is macaroni mixed with vegetables and mayonnaise, very similar to American macaroni salad. Because Japanese mayo has a very different flavor from mayo in the US, Japanese Macaroni Salad tastes quite different, just like Japanese Potato Salad. It is a very good side dish for Yoshoku (western style dishes) such as Hamburger Steaks and Menchi Katsu.
Macaroni Gratin is a casserole dish with macaroni and creamy white sauce that is a popular western style dish in Japan. Piping hot Macaroni Gratin is a perfect food for warming up during a cold winter.