Tuna Pasta Salad
If you’re looking for a quick and delicious dish that’s perfect for any occasion, this Tuna Pasta Salad is your go-to recipe! It’s a delightful combination of tender pasta, hearty tuna, and crisp veggies, all tossed in a creamy dressing. Whether it’s a picnic, potluck, or casual meal at home, this salad offers light flavors and easy preparation that everyone will enjoy. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 12 servings per batch, it’s ideal for sharing or meal prep. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound medium shells (cooked, drained, and rinsed)
- 12 ounces canned 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)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, tuna, peas, celery, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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