Macaroni Coleslaw

INGREDIENTS

• 2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
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• 1 medium red or green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained, 2 tablespoons of juice reserved
• 3 cups finely shredded cabbage
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 cup cherry-flavored yogurt
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup fresh shredded coconut
• 8 maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)