TUNA VEGETABLE MACARONI SALAD

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A really great salad! Make sure to leave in the fridge for a minimum of 4 or more hours before serving. All ingredients can be adjusted to suit taste. I just use 2 small cans of tuna, or one realy large can, it really almost equals 2 cups, you can add in more if desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Tuna

Time 4h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) package macaroni-style pasta, cooked to firm-tender and drained well
2 cups solid white tuna, drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables, cooked drained and cooled
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup sweet gherkin, chopped
4 hard-boiled eggs, coarsley chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup sweet relish (or to taste)
1 -2 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 cup mayonnaise (can use more if desired, Hellman's is best)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the mayo, mustard, sweet relish, salt and pepper; mix well to combine, adjust all ingredients to suit taste.
  • In a large bowl,toss together the cooked and cooled pasta, well drained tuna, cooled vegetables, celery, sweet gherkins, chopped eggs and onion; mix well to combine.
  • Mix in the mayonnaise mixture; toss well to combine.
  • Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 4 or more hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.3, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 151.5, Sodium 590.3, Carbohydrate 54.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 7.7, Protein 11.5

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