cold tuna macaroni salad

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1. # Cold Tuna Macaroni Salad Recipe
3. Looking to enjoy a refreshing lunch this summer? Why not try our delicious Cold Tuna Macaroni Salad recipe? This dish is packed with flavor and makes a perfect picnic or meal prep item.
5. ## Ingredients:
6. - 1 pound macaroni, cooked al dente
7. - 2 cans (6 ounces each) of tuna in water, drained
8. - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
9. - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
10. - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
11. - Salt and pepper to taste
12. - 1/4 cup chopped celery
13. - 3 green onions, finely chopped
14. - 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
15. - 1 small cucumber, diced (optional)
16. - 1 hard-boiled egg, diced (optional)
18. ## Steps:
20. ### Step 1: Cook Macaroni
21. 1. **Bring a pot of salted water to a boil**.
22. 2. **Add the macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente**.
23. 3. **Drain the macaroni in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool it down**.
25. ### Step 2: Prepare Tuna
26. 1. **Open two cans of tuna and drain the liquid thoroughly**.
27. 2. **Combine the drained tuna with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper**.
28. 3. **Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined**.
30. ### Step 3: Mix Ingredients Together
31. 1. **In a large bowl, combine the cooled macaroni with the prepared tuna mixture**.
32. 2. **Stir in chopped celery, green onions, and parsley**.
33. 3. **Add diced cucumber or hard-boiled egg if using**.
34. 4. **Taste test and adjust seasoning as necessary**.
36. ### Step 4: Chill
37. 1. **Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving**.
38. 2. **This chilling period allows the flavors to meld together perfectly**.
40. ## Tips:
41. - For an extra boost of flavor, marinate the tuna mixture in the refrigerator overnight.
42. - Use a mix of red and green macaroni to add visual appeal.
43. - Feel free to use other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots based on preference.
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53. Enjoy your refreshing and delicious Cold Tuna Macaroni Salad! Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual family dinner or a lively summer party.

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