Grandma Grace's Macaroni Salad with Tuna

Bring timeless comfort to your table with "Grandma Grace's Macaroni Salad with Tuna," a cherished family recipe that blends creamy nostalgia with vibrant flavor. This classic dish combines tender elbow macaroni, flaky tuna, and a tangy homemade dressing of mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle relish, and mustard for a perfect balance of richness and zest. Finely chopped celery and red onion add delightful crunch, while hard-boiled eggs lend a touch of heartiness. Simple to prepare and perfect for serving chilled, this versatile salad is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or easy weeknight meals. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Elevate your pasta salad game with this crowd-pleasing recipe that’s as comforting as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna in water
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 2 pieces celery stalks, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
• 2 pieces hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside to cool completely.

Step 2

While the macaroni cooks, drain the canned tuna and flake it into small pieces using a fork. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle relish, and yellow mustard until smooth. Add the salt and black pepper, and mix to combine.

Step 4

Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold in the tuna, chopped celery, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and fresh parsley if desired. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1162.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3297.9

Total Fat 213.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 754.3mg	0%
Sodium 2939.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 119.8g	0%

Vitamin D 205.0IU	0%
Calcium 316.3mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1252.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.1%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 27.4%