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Easy Tuna Mac Salad

Canned tuna, cooked pasta, peas, and mayo come together in 15 minutes—no cooking required beyond boiling water. Perfect weeknight lunch or light dinner.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
28g
Easy Tuna Mac Salad
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Ingredients

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 cans (5 oz each), drained canned tuna
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • ½ cup mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente, about 8 minutes.

  2. 2

    Drain pasta and rinse under cold water until cool.

  3. 3

    Stir together cooled pasta, drained tuna, frozen peas, and mayonnaise in a large bowl.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Chill for 10 minutes or serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large bowl
  • spoon

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