Tuna & Mac Salad

I can't wait for Spring to come! Though I quite enjoyed the snow and all, I think by this time of the year I'm so ready for sunshiny days & warmer temperature; which also explains why I came up with this Tuna & Mac Salad. I've been thinking about picnics at the park with the family, eating this delicious yet simple dish! It doesn't take so much time to prepare and it definitely fits the budget as well... I say it's perfect! 

Ingredients:

- Salt & pepper to taste

- 1 lb elbow macaroni

- 3 ribs celery, finely chopped

- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion

- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

- 1 carrot, grated

- 1 12 oz can tuna in water, drained

- 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise

- 1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt

- 1 tbsp plus 1 tsp cider vinegar

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water and drain again.

2. While pasta is cooking, combine celery, onion, parsley, carrot and tuna in a large bowl. Add cooled macaroni and toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, yogurt and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and whisk. Pour over pasta and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.