Tuna Pasta Salad
A vibrant Tuna Pasta Salad that blends savory tuna with fresh vegetables and a creamy dressing, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (like rotini or penne)
- 1 can (15 ounces) tuna, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- Combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and diced red onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- Dress the salad by pouring the dressing over the pasta mixture and tossing until evenly coated.
- Garnish with parsley or dill if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Tuna Pasta Salad!
Notes
Feel free to customize the vegetables or use Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing. This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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