How to Make Tuna and Macaroni Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a simple, refreshing salad for your next lunch or dinner? Give this Tuna and Macaroni Salad a try! This delicious dish is perfect for those hot summer days or when you just want a light, yet satisfying meal. Packed with protein, veggies, and a flavorful dressing, it's a great way to enjoy a healthy and filling meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

What's great about this recipe is that it's incredibly versatile and can be customized to fit your taste preferences. Whe...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package bow tie pasta
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 (6 ounce) cans flaked tuna, drained
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
  • ¼ cup grated carrot
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until almost tender, about 10 minutes. Add peas and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Drain pasta and peas and chill quickly by rinsing with cold water.
  • Transfer pasta and peas to a large bowl. Mix in tuna, celery, green onion, dill, and carrot until well blended.
  • Mix mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Blend into macaroni mixture.
  • Nutrition

    420 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 283mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 288mg