Description
A refreshing Tuna Pasta Salad that combines tender pasta with tuna, creamy dressing, and crunchy vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces short pasta (rotini, shells, or elbow macaroni)
- 2 cans tuna, drained well
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup peas, thawed if frozen
- 1/4 cup chopped dill pickles or 2 tablespoons relish
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cool water.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the Tuna: Add drained tuna to the dressing and gently flake with a fork.
- Incorporate the Veggies: Stir in celery, red onion, peas, dill pickles, and fresh herbs until well combined.
- Combine with Pasta: Fold in the cooled pasta, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: tuna salad, pasta salad, easy recipe, summer salad, potluck dish