Tuna Twist Tuna Macaroni Salad
Elevate your classic pasta salad game with this flavorful Tuna Twist Tuna Macaroni Salad! Bursting with wholesome ingredients like flaky canned tuna, crisp celery, sweet peas, and tangy pickle relish, this dish offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors. The creamy dressing, made with a zesty blend of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar, perfectly coats the tender elbow macaroni, bringing every bite to life. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes and ideal served chilled, this make-ahead salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light, refreshing lunch. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, and watch it become a crowd favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni
- 2 5-ounce cans Canned tuna (in water)
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 stalks Celery
- 0.5 cup Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Pickle relish
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
While the macaroni cooks, finely chop the celery and red onion. Set them aside.
Drain the canned tuna and flake it into a large mixing bowl using a fork.
Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the mixing bowl with the tuna.
Stir in the celery, red onion, pickle relish, and frozen peas (no need to thaw).
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar based on your preference.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.5 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 257 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 2512 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.4 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.7 g | ||
| Protein | 53.0 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 742 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
