Macaroni and Tuna Fish Salad

Macaroni and Tuna Fish Salad
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    13 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    23 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    196

A timeless classic elevated! This Macaroni and Tuna Fish Salad is a creamy, comforting medley of flavors and textures. Perfect for a quick lunch, potluck, or a delightful side dish, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    45 g
  • Cholesterol
    11 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    16 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    67 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Cook the Macaroni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain the macaroni and rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop the cooking process. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. (10 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Prepare the Tuna Mixture: In a separate medium bowl, gently flake the drained tuna with a fork. Be careful not to mash it. (2 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Combine and Season: Add the flaked tuna, mayonnaise, red onion, celery, sweet pickle relish, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the cooked macaroni. Gently stir to combine all ingredients. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Season Generously: Season the salad with salt, freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. For extra flavor and protein, fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs if desired. (3 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste! Serve cold and enjoy! (30 minutes)

For a tangier salad, add an extra squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of white wine vinegar.
If you prefer a sweeter salad, add a pinch of sugar or a teaspoon of honey.
Feel free to customize the vegetables! Diced bell peppers, peas, or carrots are great additions.
For a lighter option, use light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt in place of some of the regular mayonnaise.
This salad is best served cold, but can be made a day ahead of time. Just be sure to store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Cristian Mueller

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 65 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Oswald Bruen

    Simple and so good. This recipe is the one my mom used when I was growing up!

  • Arnaldo Monahan

    The key is definitely to cool the pasta completely. It makes a huge difference in the texture.

  • Britney Pfeffer

    I've made this recipe countless times, and it's always a hit at potlucks.

  • Zack Watsica

    A great base recipe to work from!

  • Dedrick Koelpin

    So easy to customize! I added some olives and feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist.

  • Emmanuel Maggiokling

    So easy and yummy!

  • Korbin Bergnaum

    I added some chopped celery and a squeeze of lemon juice – it was fantastic!

  • Richmond Buckridge

    This is exactly the kind of quick lunch recipe I was looking for! My kids loved it.

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