Auntie Dicies Yummy Tuna Pasta Salad Recipes

GARDEN TUNA PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
• Meanwhile, combine tuna, bell pepper, celery, carrot, radishes, green onions, and parsley in a large bowl.
• Drain macaroni and rinse in cold water. Drain again and add to the bowl with the tuna mixture.
• Combine mayonnaise, ranch dressing, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

AUNTIE DICIE'S YUMMY TUNA PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta shells al dente. Rinse with cool water and set aside.
• Mix all ingredients except hard boiled eggs and paprika. May also use mayonnaise instead of Miracle Whip and add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of sweetner to taste.
• Adjust seasonings and add salt and pepper as desired. Add more salad dressing if necessary.
• Top with hard boiled egg slices and sprinkle with paprika.
• Chill well before serving, preferably several hours to a day ahead.
• May garnish with cherry tomatoes and parsley.
• Serve with hot, crusty bread.

TUNA PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to the package directions. Drain and run under cold water to cool, then drain again. Transfer to a serving bowl.
• While the pasta cooks, pulse the celery, bell pepper and red onion in a food processor until finely minced. Add to the serving bowl along with the tuna and eggs.
• Stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, House Seasoning and relish in a small bowl. Pour over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
• Stir together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container.

YUMMY TUNA SALAD

Steps:

• Put the spices, salad dressing, and tuna in a bowl.
• Mix well with a fork.