Low Carb Macaroni Tuna Salad Recipe Video

This low carb macaroni and tuna salad is easy to prepare. Great as a low carb side dish or can be eating as a main meal.

Summary

Preparation Time30 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings4
CuisineCourse
TasteMethod
DishMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 Macaroni1 Pound
 Tuna2 Can (20 oz)
 Lemon juice1 Tablespoon
 Hard-boiled eggs2 , chopped
 Carrot1 Small, grated
 Celery1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Onion1 Small, minced
 Green onion1
 Parmesan cheese2 Tablespoon
 Dill1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Garlic powder1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Black pepper1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Spicy mustard1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Mayonnaise1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Sweet relish2 Teaspoon (sweeten with splenda)
 Paprika1 Dash

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 730 Calories from Fat 127

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 14 g21.9%

Saturated Fat 4.3 g21.7%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 180.3 mg60.1%

Sodium 393.6 mg16.4%

Total Carbohydrates 92 g30.6%

Dietary Fiber 5 g20.2%

Sugars 6.5 g

Protein 55 g109.7%

Vitamin A 113.3% Vitamin C 11.7%

Calcium 16% Iron 33%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Boil macaroni for a few minutes and strain.

MAKING
2. In a large bowl, combine macaroni, tuna and lemon juice. Mix well.
3. Add carrot, onion, celery and green onion to the mixture.
4. Add dill, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, spicy mustard and paprika in the mixture.
5. Add in parmesan cheese, sweet relish and boiled eggs. Combine together.
6. Add mayo and mix again.
7. Place the salad in the freezer for 30 minutes.

SERVING
8. Serve chilled.
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