Tuna Macaroni Salad Recipe
This Tuna Macaroni Salad is a delightful blend of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors that come together in just over an hour. Whether served as a side or a main, this dish is a comforting classic that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni, or small shells pasta, uncooked
- 2 cans tuna, (5 oz each), drained I used tuna packed in water
- ½ cup frozen green peas, thawed
- 2 hard boiled eggs, cut into pieces
- 1 cup mayonnaise, (or Miracle Whip)
- 1 cup small cubed Cheddar cheese pieces, (about 4 ounces)
- ¼ cup sweet pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
Instructions
- Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain and dump into large bowl.
- Mix in remaining ingredients and stir well.
- Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.
- Remove from fridge and if the salad seems dry, you can add 1-2 Tablespoons of milk or even 1-2 Tablespoons of mayonnaise to moisten it.
Nutrition
Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 107mgSodium: 955mgPotassium: 298mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 560IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 171mgIron: 2mg
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