Tuna Macaroni Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained and flaked
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the Macaroni:
   1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
   2. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
   3. Drain the macaroni and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
2. Prepare the Dressing:
   1. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
   2. Mix until well combined and smooth.
3. Assemble the Salad:
   1. Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing.
   2. Add the drained and flaked tuna, chopped celery, chopped red onion, chopped dill pickles, and sweet pickle relish.
   3. Gently mix until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
4. Season and Chill:
   1. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
   2. If using, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad.
   3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve:
   1. Stir the salad before serving to redistribute the dressing.
   2. Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course.

Shopping List

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna
• Mayonnaise
• Sour cream
• Dijon mustard
• Celery
• Red onion
• Dill pickles
• Sweet pickle relish
• Lemon juice
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh parsley (optional)