Description
Tuna Pasta Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together the perfect combination of tender pasta, nutritious vegetables, and protein-rich tuna. Ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or casual family dinners, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to suit any occasion. With a creamy dressing infused with fresh dill and lemon juice, each bite bursts with flavor. Enjoy it as a main course or as an accompaniment to your favorite grilled meats. This Tuna Pasta Salad is sure to impress everyone at the table!
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium shells (cooked, drained)
- 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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the light mayonnaise, plain yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta shells, drained tuna, frozen peas, diced celery, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for additional crunch. For a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.