Curry Macaroni Salad
Curry macaroni salad infused with warm spices: a quick and comforting dish that’s rich, creamy, and irresistibly satisfying—perfect as a side or a light meal.
The warm aroma of curry spices transforms this macaroni salad into something truly irresistible. Each bite is rich and creamy with a gentle hint of sweetness, creating a perfectly balanced flavor that keeps you coming back for more. Simple yet deeply satisfying, it’s comfort food with a flavorful twist.
Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this dish comes together in no time — just mix and let the ingredients shine. Perfect as a casual side or a light meal, it pairs effortlessly with everything from grilled dishes to a refreshing drink.
What you'll need
- 100g macaroni
- 1 cucumber
- 1/2 onion
- 1 can tuna
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (for salting the cucumber)
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp sauce (e.g., Worcestershire sauce), 1 tsp curry powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste (a bit extra is recommended!)
How to make it
Thinly slice 1 cucumber, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt, and massage gently. Once softened, rinse lightly with water and drain well.
Cook 100g macaroni according to package instructions. Meanwhile, finely chop 1/2 onion.
Drain the cooked macaroni and toss with 2 tbsp olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a bowl, combine the macaroni, chopped onion, drained cucumber, and canned tuna.
Add salt and pepper to taste, extra black pepper, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp sauce, and 1 tsp curry powder. Mix well until evenly combined.
Finish with an extra sprinkle of black pepper, give it one more mix, and it’s ready to serve!
Tips
- Squeeze out excess moisture from the cucumber thoroughly to keep the flavor rich and well-balanced.
- Toss the macaroni with olive oil while it’s still warm to prevent sticking.
- Don’t be shy with the black pepper — a generous amount makes it even better, but reduce it if serving to kids.
- Any sauce works (such as Worcestershire or tonkatsu-style sauce).
- You can substitute tuna with sausage or ham for a different twist!