Taylor Ferguson
@tayferepicure
Classic Tuna Macaroni Salad
A refreshing and creamy tuna macaroni salad, perfect for picnics and potlucks. This dish combines tender elbow macaroni with tuna, peas, and crunchy vegetables, all tossed in a rich mayonnaise dressing. Garnished with hard-cooked eggs and a sprinkle of paprika, it's a delightful side or main dish that everyone will love.
Details
- Meal Type:lunch
- Diet:pescatarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:11
- Views:3
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time30 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) package
- 1 (10 ounce) can, drained
- 2 stalks, chopped
- 1 (5 ounce) can, drained
- 2 tablespoons, chopped
- 1 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- to taste
- to taste
- 3 large, quartered
- 1 pinch, for garnish
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Tuna Macaroni Salad.
Step 1
Start by assembling all your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
Step 2
In a spacious pot, bring lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 3
Toss in the elbow macaroni and let it cook for about 8 minutes, or until it reaches that perfect al dente texture.
Step 4
Once cooked, drain the macaroni and give it a quick rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled macaroni with drained peas, chopped celery, flaked tuna, and diced sweet onion.
Step 6
Next, add in the creamy mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and season with salt and pepper.
Step 7
Stir everything together until it’s beautifully blended.
Step 8
For a delightful finishing touch, garnish your salad with quartered hard-cooked eggs and a sprinkle of paprika to add a vibrant pop of color.
Step 9
Cover the bowl and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour, allowing the flavors to meld together into a delicious harmony.
Step 10
Enjoy this refreshing dish at your next gathering or as a satisfying meal on its own.