Creamy Tuna Macaroni Salad (Printer-Friendly)

Cheesy pasta, tuna, and fresh veggies combine for a creamy summer salad perfect as a quick lunch or BBQ side.

# What You’ll Need to Cook:

→ Pasta

01 - 2 cups elbow macaroni

→ Dressing

02 - 1 cup mayonnaise
03 - 2 tablespoons sweet relish
04 - 1 tablespoon stone ground Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Main Ingredients

08 - 1 can (5 oz) albacore tuna, drained
09 - 1/2 cup sweet peas
10 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
11 - 3 stalks celery, chopped
12 - 2 shallots, minced

# Steps to Prepare:

01 - In a large pot, cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet relish, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Add drained tuna, sweet peas, shredded cheddar, chopped celery, and minced shallots to the dressing. Stir to combine evenly.
04 - Fold the cooked and drained macaroni into the tuna mixture until thoroughly coated.
05 - Serve immediately chilled or at room temperature as a quick lunch or a refreshing side dish.

# Extra Cooking Tips:

01 - Using fresh lemon juice adds a bright tang that balances the creamy dressing.
02 - Chilling the salad for at least one hour enhances flavor melding.

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