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Tangy Tuna Macaroni Salad

Tangy Tuna Macaroni Salad
A well-seasoned vinegar, mayonnaise and yogurt dressing perks up this chilled tuna and macaroni salad sent in by field editor Ruth Peterson of Jenison, Michigan. Green peas, parsley and olives add color to the medley.
6 ServingsPrep: 15 min. + chilling

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
  • 3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
  • 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard

Directions

  • Cook macaroni according to package direction; drain and rinse in cold
  • water. In a serving bowl, combine the macaroni, celery, tuna, peas,
  • parsley and olives.
  • In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; add to tuna
  • mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours
  • or overnight. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts: One serving (3/4 cup) equals 163 calories, 3 g fat (trace saturated fat), 12 mg cholesterol, 540 mg sodium,
© Taste of Home 2013

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Tangy Tuna Macaroni Salad (continued)

Nutrition Facts: 23 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 11 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat.
Wine: Light-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
© Taste of Home 2013