Seashell Pasta and Tuna Salad
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of this Seashell Pasta and Tuna Salad—a delightful, protein-packed dish perfect for summer picnics, quick lunches, or light dinners. Featuring tender, al dente seashell pasta tossed with flaky tuna, crisp celery, sweet peas, and colorful red bell pepper, this salad delivers a satisfying mix of textures in every bite. The creamy dressing, made with a zesty blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, adds a tangy richness that brings all the ingredients together beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes and served chilled, this easy tuna pasta salad recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s as nutritious as it is delicious, making it an ideal choice for meal prep or busy weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams seashell pasta
- 200 grams canned tuna in water, drained
- 120 grams mayonnaise
- 60 grams Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 100 grams frozen peas, thawed
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the seashell pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool, then set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add the drained tuna to the bowl and flake it apart with a fork.
Mix in the diced celery, red bell pepper, chopped red onion, thawed peas, and parsley. Stir until evenly combined.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Gently fold in the cooled pasta, ensuring that the dressing evenly coats the ingredients.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the salad cold, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.6 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 937 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 496 mg | 11% | |
*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.
