How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Perfect Tuna Mac Salad?

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Elbow Macaroni Or Any Other Shot Cut Pasta, Cooked According To Package Directions, Rinsed, And Drained, 1/2 cups Diced Celery, 1/4 cups Minced Red Onion, 1/4 cups Chopped Carrots, and more.

Is Perfect Tuna Mac Salad suitable as seafood?

Yes, Perfect Tuna Mac Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Perfect Tuna Mac Salad?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Perfect Tuna Mac Salad Recipe

Name: Perfect Tuna Mac Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Elbow Macaroni Or Any Other Shot Cut Pasta, Cooked According To Package Directions, Rinsed, And Drained; 1/2 cups Diced Celery; 1/4 cups Minced Red Onion; 1/4 cups Chopped Carrots; 1/4 cups Chopped Green Bell Pepper; 1/2 cups Seeded, Diced Roma Tomatoes; 1 cup Prepared Mayonnaise Or Veganaise; 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard; 2 teaspoons Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Cider Vinegar; 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt (more To Taste); 2 cans (5 Oz. Size) Tuna In Water, Drained; Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Perfect Tuna Mac Salad is a must-try. Made with Macaroni, Celery, u00bc and u00bc. Easy step-by-step instructions…

This Perfect Tuna Mac Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as diced celery, minced red onion, chopped carrots and chopped green bell pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1100 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Seafood

1100

kcal

Calories

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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