Garden tuna macaroni salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer potlucks, picnics, or even just a light lunch or dinner. With its combination of macaroni, tuna, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing, it's a dish that everyone is sure to enjoy. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something with a twist, there are endless ways to create a garden tuna macaroni salad that is sure to please everyone at the table.
Here are our top 17 tried and tested recipes!
TUNA-MACARONI SALAD
Perfect for a simple summer supper or as a main-dish potluck contribution, this tuna noodle salad is a comfort food classic that comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve it on a bed of lettuce or other cool, crisp greens, and pair it with some crusty bread for a satisfying and refreshing entrée.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook macaroni as directed on package, adding peas for last 4 to 6 minutes of cooking; rinse with cold water and drain.
- In large bowl, mix macaroni, peas and remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 cup), Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
TUNA MACARONI SALAD
You'll crave this salad once you try it, this also works well with chicken in place of the tuna, please do not omit the sweet pickles they *make* this salad! adjust all amounts to suit taste, plan ahead this needs to chill before serving, cooking time is chilling time
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Tuna
Time 3h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender; drain then rinse well under cold water; place in a bowl then toss with 1 tablespoon oil to prevent sticking.
- Add in tuna, onion, bell pepper, celery and sweet pickles; toss to combine.
- In a bowl mix together mayonnaise with sour cream, sweet relish (if using) garlic powder, yellow mustard (start with 1 tablespoon mustard) and seasoned salt; add to the macaroni mixture; mix well to combine.
- Season with black pepper to taste.
- Arrange the cooked egg wedges around the inside of the bowl, then dust the top of the salad and eggs lightly with paprika.
- Cover and chill at least 3 hours before serving (the longer chilling time the better!).
TUNA MACARONI SALAD
Great for summer nights when you don't want to cook!
Provided by It's A New Day
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes
Time P1DT1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until done. Drain.
- Marinate macaroni in Italian dressing for 2 to 3 hours or overnight.
- Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, onion, celery, garlic powder, tuna, and salt and pepper into macaroni. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 28.7 mg, Fat 37.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 847.1 mg, Sugar 4 g
GARDEN TUNA PASTA SALAD
A delicious pasta salad that tastes great with all the veggies in it. I substitute canned shrimp in place of canned tuna if I want to change it up a bit.
Provided by Amy Hunter Shaw
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes
Time 2h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine tuna, bell pepper, celery, carrot, radishes, green onions, and parsley in a large bowl.
- Drain macaroni and rinse in cold water. Drain again and add to the bowl with the tuna mixture.
- Combine mayonnaise, ranch dressing, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 682.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
GARDEN TUNA MACARONI SALAD
"I knew this recipe was a hit the first time I served it at a barbecue and got wonderful compliments," recalls Scarlett Hilton in Sabina, Ohio. "I even got a phone call afterward suggesting that I open a restaurant!" We have to agree this cool, creamy and crunchy salad really is delicious.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tuna, vegetables and parsley. Drain macaroni and rinse in cold water; add to tuna mixture., In a small bowl, combine Miracle Whip, ranch dressing, Parmesan cheese and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts :
GARDEN TUNA SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mellow the harsh taste of the raw onion by soaking it in cold water for about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, put the lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick vinaigrette. Add the radishes, celery, cucumber, tomato, herbs and greens. Drain the onion and add to the salad. Add the tuna and toss again, keeping the tuna in nice even pieces.
- Divide between two plates and serve.
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TUNA SALAD
Steps:
- Brush the tuna steaks with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the tuna steaks in a very hot saute pan and cook for only 1 minute on each side. Set aside on a platter.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, pepper, lime zest, wasabi, lime juice, soy sauce and hot sauce. Add the avocados to the vinaigrette.
- Cut the tuna in chunks and place it in a large bowl. Add the scallions and red onion and mix well. Pour the vinaigrette mixture over the tuna and carefully mix.
TANGY TUNA MACARONI SALAD
A well-seasoned vinegar, mayonnaise and yogurt dressing perks up this chilled tuna and macaroni salad. Green peas, parsley and olives add color to the medley. -Ruth Peterson, Jenison, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package direction; drain and rinse in cold water. In a serving bowl, combine the macaroni, celery, tuna, peas, parsley and olives. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; add to tuna mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MACARONI GARDEN SALAD
This is a pasta salad with lots of vegetables and it is easy to prepare.
Provided by Sandy
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, celery, peas and mayonnaise. Mix well, chill, and serve on crisp lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 751.5 calories, Carbohydrate 89 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 457.8 mg, Sugar 12 g
MACARONI GARDEN SALAD
Bonnie Sturgeon of Berwick, New Brunswick enjoys making this delightful salad during the summer. Tomato, cucumber and sweet red pepper are tossed with macaroni and herbs, then coated in a creamy fat-free mayonnaise dressing. Serve it as a light lunch or as a side dish with your favorite meat for supper.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the macaroni, tomato, cucumber, red pepper, basil and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Pour over macaroni mixture and stir until coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CLASSIC TUNA-MACARONI SALAD
I like this recipe. It is close to my mother's...which is a good thing!! I think I took the dressing part of it from a Muellers box.
Provided by Jill L. Margaritta
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta according to the package directions.
- Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
- Chop up all the veggies.
- Drain the can of tuna or chicken.
- Mix all together.
- *Note* Add the peas last and stir them gently. You don't want them mushed up.
- Toss to coat.
- Cover and chill to blend the flavors.
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.4, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 11.5, Sodium 954.8, Carbohydrate 64.9, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 9.7, Protein 9.8
GRANDMA'S TUNA MACARONI SALAD
This is the plain old fashioned macaroni salad my grandma used to make, which is still my sister Cathy's favorite.
Provided by Julesong
Categories Tuna
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions and let cool.
- Mix in the other items well, adding mayo last.
- Chill well before serving.
- When I make this, I omit the celery, add more dried onion, and add a little curry powder and garlic powder and cayenne.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.7, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 689.1, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 20.6
TUNA AND MACARONI SALAD
This tuna and macaroni salad is a family favorite throughout the year. I like to make this the night before, refrigerate, and let the flavors blend together. Serve over lettuce or as a side dish.
Provided by Beth Urban
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until almost tender, about 10 minutes. Add peas and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Drain pasta and peas and chill quickly by rinsing with cold water.
- Transfer pasta and peas to a large bowl. Mix in tuna, celery, green onion, dill, and carrot until well blended.
- Mix mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Blend into macaroni mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 283.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
SOUTHERN TUNA MACARONI SALAD
Creamy from eggs and mayonnaise, tangy and acidic from mustard, pickles and chow chow, with a nice crunch from celery and onion. The Cajun spice just rounds it out with a blend of spices, the pimentos add a pop of color and sweetness, and tuna complements and ties all the flavors together in this Southern macaroni salad. Could top with some parsley for added color! Put this in a tortilla or melt some cheese on toast and make an open-faced sandwich!
Provided by Ali Ramee
Categories Pasta and Noodles Pasta by Shape Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place diced onion in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Let sit for 5 minutes. Drain into a colander.
- While onion soaks, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain into the same colander as red onion and run under cold water to stop cooking and cool to room temperature.
- Place mayonnaise, pimentos, relish, chow-chow, mustard, Cajun seasoning, and salt in a large bowl and stir to combine. Add pasta, red onion, and celery and stir to combine. Gently fold in tuna and eggs to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.9 g, Cholesterol 71.1 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 775.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
TUNA MACARONI SALAD
A top tip for this Tuna Macaroni Salad, soaking raw onions in cold water for 15 minutes helps mellow their flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a pot of boiling, salted water, cook pasta until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain, then transfer to large bowl to cool slightly.
- While pasta cools, soak onion in cold water. Drain, then stir into pasta along with celery, celery leaves, jalapeno and tuna. Whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice, relish and mustard. Toss with pasta mixture and season to taste. Refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes and up to 8 hours.
TUNA MACARONI SALAD
"This jazzed-up tuna recipe came from a nutritionist I worked with at a prenatal clinic," writes Mary pat Eck from Cincinnati, Ohio. "It's so full of protein and flavor that we shared it with many of our clients."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard and salt; stir into tuna mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve on lettuce-lined plates.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 1259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
GARDEN TUNA SALAD
Categories Salad Fish Pasta Tomato Vegetable Picnic Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Lunch Tuna Cucumber Summer Winter Healthy Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine first 6 ingredients in large bowl. Mix in pasta. Add dressing and dill and blend well. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. (Salad can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Adjust salad with more dressing if desired and serve.
Tips:
- For the best results, use high-quality ingredients. Fresh vegetables, cooked tuna, and a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing are essential.
- Boil the macaroni according to the package instructions and rinse it with cold water to prevent it from sticking together.
- Flake the tuna into small pieces and add it to the salad. You can use canned tuna or cooked tuna steaks or fillets.
- Prepare the vegetables. Dice the celery, slice the onion, and chop the parsley and dill. Add them to the salad.
- Make the dressing. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Combine the macaroni, tuna, vegetables, and dressing in a large bowl and mix well.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish the salad with additional parsley or dill before serving.
Conclusion:
This Garden Tuna Macaroni Salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So experiment with different ingredients and find your perfect combination.
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