Tuna Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: Tuna Macaroni Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 oz elbow macaroni or small pasta; 2 (5-ounce) cans tuna in water, drained; 1/2 cup celery (finely chopped); 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped); 1/2 cup frozen peas (thawed); 2 tbsp dill pickles (finely chopped); 1 cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp pickle juice (optional); 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:10min

This creamy Tuna Macaroni Salad comes together in about 25 minutes with pantry staples like canned tuna, elbow macaroni, and a tangy mayo-Dijon dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a quick make-ahead lunch.

Updated at: Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:27:22 GMT