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Garden Tuna Macaroni Salad

 Garden Tuna Macaroni  Salad
“I knew this recipe was a hit the first time I served it at a barbecue and got wonderful compliments,” recalls Scarlett Hilton in Sabina, Ohio. “I even got a phone call afterward suggesting that I open a restaurant!” We have to agree this cool, creamy and crunchy salad really is delicious.
6 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
  • 2/3 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
  • 2/3 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot
  • 1/4 cup diced radishes
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Hidden Valley® Ranch
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  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper

Directions

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large
  • bowl, combine the tuna, vegetables and parsley. Drain macaroni and
  • rinse in cold water; add to tuna mixture.
  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ranch dressing, Parmesan
  • cheese and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve
  • immediately or refrigerate. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 453 calories, 35 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 24 mg cholesterol, 487 mg sodium,

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Garden Tuna Macaroni Salad (continued)

Nutrition Facts: 22 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 13 g protein.
Wine: Light-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.