Picnic Macaroni Salad

Ingredients

• 1 , 16 ounce
• 1.5 cups ranch dressing
• 1 , 6 ounce
• 0.5 cups mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 , 6 ounce
• 1 small red bell pepper , chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.

2. 2

   Combine ranch dressing, 2 tablespoons reserved olive juice, mayonnaise, garlic powder, adobo seasoning, and black pepper in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Pour dressing over macaroni; stir in olives, tuna, and bell pepper until well combined.

4. 4

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; chill in the refrigerator until serving.