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Best Macaroni Tuna Salad

Best Macaroni Tuna Salad

This Best Macaroni Tuna Salad brings a burst of sunshine to your lunch routine with its creamy texture and zesty crunch. It features tender pasta, protein-rich tuna, and vibrant garden vegetables. This nostalgic classic is reinvented with a creative, eco-conscious twist, ensuring every bite is refreshing and colorful.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 345
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Organic Elbow Macaroni
  • Sustainably Sourced Tuna
  • Crisp Celery
  • Red Onio
  • Greek Yogurt and Avocado Oil Mayo
  • Fresh Dill and Parsley
  • Capers
  • Lemon Juice
  • Sea Salt
  • Cracked Black Pepper

Method
 

  1. Boil the Pasta: Fill your large pot with water and a generous pinch of sea salt. Bring it to a boil and add the macaroni. Cook according to package directions, aiming for lower end of time range.
  2. Cool and Prep: Drain pasta and rinse under cold water to stop cooking process. While cooling, finely dice the celery and red onion.
  3. Prepare the Protein: Open tuna cans, drain, and flake tuna in a bowl.
  4. Whisk the Dressing: In mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayo, lemon juice, chopped dill, and capers. Whisk until silky.
  5. Combine the Magic: Add cooled macaroni, flaked tuna, and chopped vegetables to the bowl with dressing. Fold gently.
  6. Season to Taste: Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper, tossing to coat.
  7. Chill and Serve: Let salad rest in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Choose organic and locally sourced ingredients to minimize carbon footprint. For plant-based option, substitute tuna with mashed chickpeas. For gluten-free, use brown rice or chickpea pasta.