Tuna Macaroni Salad - Protein Packed

Submitted by Mandi c.

"I made up this recipe to have more protein and less noodles because I try to not do bread/noodles that much, but I LOVE Tuna Macaroni Salad. This was a good compromise for me. Make sure to use mayo, not miracle whip or salad dressing."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 1 cups
• Serves: 5

ingredients

• 1⁄2 sweet onion, diced
• 2 (8 ounce) cans tuna, drained
• 1⁄2 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1⁄2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, diced
• 1 1⁄2 cups macaroni noodles, cooked, drained and cooled
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• salt
• pepper

directions

1. Mix all ingredients together and eat right away or let sit in the refrigerator for a few hours for the flavors to really come together.
2. After it's been refrigerated, if it's a bit dry, just add a bit more mayonnaise.