Tuna Pasta Salad
Tuna Pasta Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick family lunch. This salad marries tender pasta with juicy tuna and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy dressing that bursts with flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a versatile recipe that everyone will love. Make it ahead of time for easy meal prep, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy the delightful balance of protein and veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound medium shells (cooked, drained, and rinsed)
- 12 ounces tuna (drained)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 1/2 small red onion (diced)
- 1 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dry dill)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, drained tuna, peas, celery, and onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until well coated.
- Chill before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Find it online: https://dailyrecipetime.com/tuna-pasta-salad/