Best 10 Tasty Tuna Macaroni Recipes
Welcome to a culinary journey where flavors dance and taste buds rejoice. Today, we present to you a dish that seamlessly blends the delicate taste of tuna with the hearty goodness of macaroni, the Tasty Tuna Macaroni. This classic comfort food is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will leave you craving for more.
Our Tasty Tuna Macaroni is not just any ordinary dish; it's an experience. We've carefully curated a collection of recipes that cater to every palate, from the traditionalist who cherishes the simplicity of classic tuna macaroni to the adventurous foodie who seeks a burst of bold flavors. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this beloved dish, ensuring that there's something for everyone to savor.
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventure, our recipes will guide you through the process of creating this delectable dish. We've included step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a treasure trove of variations to inspire your creativity.
So, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our Tasty Tuna Macaroni. From the classic Creamy Tuna Macaroni to the tantalizing Mediterranean Tuna Macaroni, and the irresistible Spicy Tuna Macaroni, each recipe promises a mouthwatering experience that will leave you utterly satisfied. Let's dive into these culinary delights and embark on a journey of flavors you won't soon forget.
TUNA-MACARONI SALAD
Perfect for a simple summer supper or as a main-dish potluck contribution, this tuna noodle salad is a comfort food classic that comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve it on a bed of lettuce or other cool, crisp greens, and pair it with some crusty bread for a satisfying and refreshing entrée.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook macaroni as directed on package, adding peas for last 4 to 6 minutes of cooking; rinse with cold water and drain.
- In large bowl, mix macaroni, peas and remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 cup), Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
SPICY TUNA PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: uncooked pastas, oil, boiling water, tomato puree, salted butter, vegetable stock, tomato, tuna, garlic, paprika, dried chili flakes, grated cheese, salt and pepper
Provided by Ceyda Polat
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the pasta into a saucepan and pour over one tablespoon of chosen oil to stop the pasta from clumping together. Add the vegetable stock cube to the boiling water and stir until dissolved then pour the water over the pasta and bring to a boil. Cook the pasta until just undercooked and drain the pasta water, saving about a cupful of the water for the sauce.
- Into the pan of cooked pasta, add the tin of tomatoes, the tuna, the butter, crushed garlic, paprika, salt and pepper to taste and chili flakes. Stir and bring to a simmer to finish cooking the pasta.
- Add the pasta water saved previously and stir in whilst still simmering, then add the cheese in and stir this in. Simmer until the cheese has melted and then serve, adding more cheese, black pepper and chili flakes if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 991 calories, Carbohydrate 91 grams, Fat 58 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 12 grams
TUNA MACARONI SALAD
"This jazzed-up tuna recipe came from a nutritionist I worked with at a prenatal clinic," writes Mary pat Eck from Cincinnati, Ohio. "It's so full of protein and flavor that we shared it with many of our clients."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard and salt; stir into tuna mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve on lettuce-lined plates.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 1259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
TUNA MACARONI SALAD
Great for summer nights when you don't want to cook!
Provided by It's A New Day
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes
Time P1DT1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until done. Drain.
- Marinate macaroni in Italian dressing for 2 to 3 hours or overnight.
- Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, onion, celery, garlic powder, tuna, and salt and pepper into macaroni. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 28.7 mg, Fat 37.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 847.1 mg, Sugar 4 g
SIMPLE TUNA MACARONI SALAD
Steps:
- Cover bowl and chill until serving time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 646 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 22 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
EASY MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE
This dish is super easy. It is also a very hearty delicious bowl of comfort food. The guys in my house loved it. I loved this recipe but I used cream of mushroom soup and added the cheese into the casserole. I also melted butter and added bread crumbs to the top before baking, then sprinkle top lightly with dill seasoning. The resulting casserole was very creamy and flavorful.
Provided by Lorene Rohrbaugh
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and return macaroni to pot.
- Stir 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup milk, and powdered cheese from envelope into the cooked macaroni. Stir cream of mushroom soup, tuna, and 1/2 cup milk into the macaroni and cheese. Pour macaroni mixture into the prepared baking dish; top with Cheddar cheese and parsley.
- Mix bread crumbs, melted butter, and dill in a small bowl; sprinkle over Cheddar cheese layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bread crumb topping is lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 881.6 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
CHEESY TUNA MAC
"What could be easier than dressing up a boxed macaroni and cheese mix with tuna and canned soup?" asks Stephani Martin of Macomb, Michigan. "This comforting casserole is a snap to fix, and my two boys gobble it up. You can vary the soup and veggies to suit your family's tastes."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Stir in the milk, butter and contents of cheese packet. Add the soup, tuna, peas, onion and cheese sauce. , Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 1209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
TUNA-MACARONI CASSEROLE
I found this in a casserole cookbook circa 1964. I "tweaked" it some. My kids loved it. My daughter makes it for her family too. Serve with lightly sauteed veggies and coleslaw
Provided by pigtailone
Categories Tuna
Time 30m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sauté the onion lightly in hot fat.
- Gradually stir in the soup and the milk.
- Fold in the tuna, season to taste, and add half the cheese.
- Mix the macaroni and the tuna mixture, put in a greased casserole dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake 10-15 minutes in the oven at 350ºF or until the cheese is melted and the casserole bubbly.
MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE
This dish is so easy to fix, and the flavor is better than any tuna helper I've ever tried. It was a staple when I was in college since a box of macaroni and cheese and a can of tuna cost so little. -Suzanne Zick, Osceola, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Stir in soup, tuna and milk. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and, if desired, parsley. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Fat 29g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
TASTY TUNA MACARONI
My fiance and I love cooking for each other, even though most of the time we end up cooking up a box of mac 'n cheese. I try to change things up a bit by adding things I have on hand. This is one I came up with one night that ended up being very good and I make it over and over on those nights when I don't have a lot of time and I don't want to make just another box of macaroni.
Provided by Mrs. Regan
Categories Tuna
Time 15m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Boil water for macaroni and begin cooking as directed on package (usually approximately 8 minutes.).
- Heat butter in small sauce pan.
- Add mushrooms, onion, parsley, basil, paprika, and red pepper to pan. Let cook for about 3 minutes (until onions are transparent).
- Add a dash of the liquid from the tuna to the pan. Drain the rest and add tuna to pan.
- Stir in about 2/3 of the can of tomatoes, the rest can either be mixed in or served on top.
- Lower heat and let simmer for a couple minutes.
- When the noodles are cooked, drain and return to pan.
- Mix the milk, cheese powder, and tuna mixture to the noodles.
- Serve with a scoop of tomatoes on top. (optional).
Tips:
- Use high-quality tuna: Opt for tuna that is packed in water or oil, as it will have a better flavor and texture than tuna packed in brine.
- Cook the macaroni al dente: This will prevent it from becoming mushy when it is combined with the other ingredients.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Adding different vegetables, such as peas, carrots, and celery, will add flavor and texture to the dish.
- Don't skimp on the cheese: Cheese is what makes tuna macaroni so creamy and delicious, so be sure to use a generous amount.
- Season the dish to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all great ways to add flavor to tuna macaroni.
Conclusion:
Tuna macaroni is a quick, easy, and affordable meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and flavorful tuna, tuna macaroni is a surefire hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give tuna macaroni a try. You won't be disappointed!
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