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Tuna-Macaroni Supper Salad

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This hearty Tuna-Macaroni Supper Salad is the ultimate comfort food for a quick weeknight dinner or a potluck contribution. It combines tender elbow macaroni with flaky tuna, crisp cucumbers, and a rich dressing made from mayonnaise and Italian-style vinaigrette. The addition of prepared mustard adds a subtle tang that cuts through the creaminess, while fresh green peppers and onions provide a nice crunch and aromatic finish. The salad is best served chilled, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Its simple to assemble using pantry staples, making it a reliable favorite for busy families. Garnish with hard-boiled eggs and fresh parsley for a complete, satisfying meal that feels homemade without the fuss.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 736.9
Description
This hearty Tuna-Macaroni Supper Salad is the ultimate comfort food for a quick weeknight dinner or a potluck contribution. It combines tender elbow macaroni with flaky tuna, crisp cucumbers, and a rich dressing made from mayonnaise and Italian-style vinaigrette. The addition of prepared mustard adds a subtle tang that cuts through the creaminess, while fresh green peppers and onions provide a nice crunch and aromatic finish. The salad is best served chilled, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Its simple to assemble using pantry staples, making it a reliable favorite for busy families. Garnish with hard-boiled eggs and fresh parsley for a complete, satisfying meal that feels homemade without the fuss.
Ingredients
  • 8 ounce Elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Italian-style dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Prepared mustard
  • 2 cup Thin -- pared cucumber
  • 1 1/2 cup Diced tomato
  • 1/2 cup Diced green pepper
  • 1/4 cup Coarsely chopped green onion
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Pepper
  • 14 ounce Solid-pack tuna (2 cans), drained and broken into chunks
  • 1 whole Hard-cooked egg, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Directions
  1. 1
    Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente.
  2. 2
    Drain the macaroni and rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop the cooking process; drain well.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Italian-style dressing, and prepared mustard until smooth.
  4. 4
    Add the drained macaroni, cucumber, diced tomato, green pepper, green onion, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
  5. 5
    Fold in the drained tuna chunks gently to combine all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
  6. 6
    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to chill and allow flavors to meld.
  7. 7
    Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped hard-cooked egg and fresh parsley over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 736.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 54.8g85%
Saturated Fat 8.1g41%
Cholesterol 8.4mg3%
Sodium 352.5mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 56.3g19%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
Sugars 3.8g
Protein 10.0g20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tuna, macaroni, salad, pasta, mayonnaise, italian dressing, cucumber, summer, picnic, potluck, easy, comfort food, chilled, green pepper, egg, supper, family dinner, leftovers
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