Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad
Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a quick weekday lunch, this Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make. Tender elbow macaroni is tossed with flaked canned tuna, crunchy celery, sweet peas, and vibrant red onions, all enveloped in a tangy, creamy dressing made from a blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, and zesty lemon juice. Finished with fresh parsley for a burst of herbal brightness, this easy pasta salad recipe strikes a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, including a short chilling time, it’s an ideal make-ahead dish for busy schedules. Whether served as a chilled side dish or a light main course, this recipe is a delicious way to elevate everyday ingredients into something special.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni (or pasta of choice)
- 10 ounces canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 0.25 cups red onion, finely diced
- 1 cups frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
While the pasta is cooling, prepare the dressing. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Add the drained and flaked tuna, diced celery, red onion, and frozen peas to the bowl with the dressing. Mix well to combine.
Gently fold the cooled pasta into the tuna mixture, ensuring that the pasta is evenly coated in the dressing.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad and mix lightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.2 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2722 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 87.5 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1615 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
