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Tuna Pasta Salad


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

This Tuna Pasta Salad is a delicious blend of elbow macaroni, hard boiled eggs, tuna, and peas, all mixed with mayonnaise for a refreshing dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 4 large hard boiled eggs (diced)
  • 10 ounces white albacore tuna fish (drained, canned tuna)
  • 15 ounces frozen peas (defrosted)
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise (or Miracle Whip if you prefer)
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the macaroni noodles according to the package instructions (cook to al dente). Rinse with cold water and drain well.
  2. Place the noodles in a large bowl.
  3. Once the noodles are cooled, add in the diced hard boiled eggs, tuna, peas and mayo. Mix well.
  4. Store in the fridge until serving. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Optional add-ins: mustard, celery, onion, cucumber. You can add in just about anything you’d like!

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider mixing in some mustard or chopped vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg