Tuna Macaroni Salad: Easy & Flavorful Twist with Turkey Bacon
A delightful blend of flavors that combines tuna, macaroni, and a savory twist of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or peas for added color and nutrition.
- Can be made a day ahead for flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Tuna Macaroni Salad, easy recipe, turkey bacon