Description
Tuna Macaroni Salad is a delightful dish that blends creamy textures with the savory taste of tuna, creating a refreshing and satisfying meal. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick lunch option. With its vibrant flavors and crunchy ingredients, it’s sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. The combination of creamy mayonnaise, zesty relish, and tender pasta makes each bite a delicious experience. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to add your favorite vegetables for an extra crunch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
- 1/2 tablespoon celery seed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 3 (5-ounce) cans tuna packed in water, drained
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 shallot, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, celery seed, salt, pepper, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Stir in drained tuna until evenly coated with the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni with the dressing mixture.
- Add chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced shallot, and thawed peas; stir until well combined.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg