Description
Tuna Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for any occasion—be it a family picnic, potluck, or a quick weeknight dinner. This refreshing salad combines tender pasta with protein-rich tuna and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a creamy dressing that’s bursting with flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile recipe serves 12 and can easily be customized to include your favorite veggies or herbs. Enjoy it as a satisfying main course or a delightful side dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium shells pasta (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)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, tuna, peas, celery, and onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until combined.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg