Simple Tuna Macaroni Salad

Name: Simple Tuna Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces small shell macaroni, or elbow macaroni; 1 (6-ounce) can tuna, drained, flaked; 3/4 cup mayonnaise, or more, as needed to moisten; 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper, or green or a combination; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

A simple and delicious macaroni salad featuring tuna, a creamy dressing, and crisp vegetables.

⭐ 4.1 (70 reviews) Prep: 20 minCook: 8 minTotal: 28 minYields: 6 servings

Category Tags:

Entree Side Dish Lunch Salad

Cuisine Tags:

American

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Instructions

Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente; drain, rinse with cold water, and transfer to a large bowl.
Flake the tuna with a fork.
Add the flaked tuna, 3/4 cup mayonnaise, and onion to the macaroni; stir to combine and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
Stir in the celery and bell pepper, adding more mayonnaise as needed for moisture.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover the bowl and chill until ready to serve.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 289 kcal

Carbohydrate: 13 g

Cholesterol: 23 mg

Fiber: 1 g

Protein: 9 g

Saturated Fat: 4 g

Sodium: 646 mg

Sugar: 1 g

Fat: 22 g

Unsaturated Fat: 0 g