Tuna Pasta Salad
Tuna Pasta Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any gathering, from picnics to potlucks. This easy-to-make salad combines tender pasta with protein-packed tuna and an array of colorful veggies, all tossed in a creamy dressing that’s bursting with flavor. With its light texture and delightful taste, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve as a main dish or side, making it an excellent addition to your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound medium shells (cooked, drained, and rinsed with cold water)
- 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)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the medium shell pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together light mayonnaise, plain yogurt, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, frozen peas, diced celery, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until everything is well-coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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