Tuna Macaroni Salad
A classic and creamy tuna macaroni salad perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 pound Elbow Macaroni
- 2 cans Tuna drained and flaked
- 0.5 cup Celery finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red Onion finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dill Pickle Relish
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, chopped celery, and red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the tuna mixture. Pour the mayonnaise dressing over the top.
- Gently stir everything together until well combined. Fold in the chopped fresh parsley, if using.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
This tuna macaroni salad can be made a day in advance. It's great served cold on its own, or as a side dish to grilled meats or sandwiches.