Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

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Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

Tuna salad is a classic and macaroni salad is always good. But when you combine the two and add in some south of the border flavors you get a really special salad that you’ll want to make again and again. It’s a wonderful dish to take to parties, enjoy at potluck suppers and even make to thrill the family.

Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

Tuna, macaroni and mayo are the ingredients you already know you need, and then this salad also has sour cream, onion, jalapenos, lime, veggies, and seasonings to round out the flavor and make it truly delicious.

Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

Canned tuna is always worth keeping in the pantry because there are so many delicious recipes you can make with it, all kinds of delicacies from tuna patties to tuna sandwiches and more besides. This salad isn’t only a crowd-pleaser. It’s also a great side dish to pair with burgers, steaks or grilled chicken, and the lime and jalapenos add a great Mexican touch!

Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

Why You’ll Love the Recipe:

This tuna macaroni salad is truly delicious. It’s made with vegetables, lime juice, pickled chilies, and more, so you should expect lots of flavor in every mouthful!

Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

How to Serve It:

Enjoy this as part of a buffet or paired with a crisp green salad on the side. 

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Can You Make It Ahead?

Yes, you can prepare it in advance and keep it chilled.

Storage Instructions:

Leftovers will keep for up to 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

Variations and Substitutions:

You can make a salmon version using canned salmon or even try crabmeat. Omit the jalapenos for a milder result. 

Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

Ensalada de Coditos con Atún

This tasty tuna and macaroni salad is so easy to prepare and makes a delicious lunch. It’s also ideal for potluck suppers or for BBQs.
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 15 ounces canned tuna drained
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • 2 teaspoons garlic salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 15 ounces mixed vegetables drained
  • cup chopped pickled jalapenos
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions
 

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and then add the macaroni and cook until al dente.
  • Meanwhile stir the mayo, sour cream, garlic salt, lime juice, and black pepper in a bowl.
  • Add the pickled jalapenos and red onion to the mayo mixture, and then add the tuna and veggies and stir again.
  • Drain the macaroni and rinse with cold running water until cool.
  • Add the drained pasta to the bowl and stir everything well.
  • Put it in the refrigerator to chill for an hour before serving.
Keyword Ensalada de Coditos con Atún, Tuna Macaroni Salad

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