How to Make The Best Macaroni Cucumber Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is the perfect time for light and refreshing dishes, and nothing fits the bill quite like a classic macaroni cucumber salad. This delightful blend of pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing is a staple at barbecues, picnics, and potlucks. Whether you're looking for a side dish to accompany your grilled meats or a satisfying lunch option, this recipe for The Best Macaroni Cucumber Salad is sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 (12 ounce) can tuna in water, drained and flaked
  • 6 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped
  • 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1 large white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cucumber, finely chopped
  • 3 cups creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip)
  • ½ cup 2% milk
  • ¼ cup white sugar, or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground black pepper, or to taste
  • ½ tablespoon salt, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 14

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool completely; drain.
  • Mix together cooked macaroni, tuna, eggs, tomatoes, onion, and cucumber in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together salad dressing and milk in a separate bowl until smooth. Mix in sugar, mustard, pepper, and salt until well combined; pour over macaroni mixture and stir to coat.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Nutrition

    367 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 104mg
    • Sodium: 855mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 55mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 258mg