Tuna Cheese and Pasta Salad
Elevate your next meal with this hearty and delicious Tuna Cheese and Pasta Salad—a crowd-pleasing combination of tender pasta, creamy cheddar cheese cubes, protein-packed tuna, and vibrant vegetables like cherry tomatoes, peas, and red onion. Tossed in a creamy, zesty dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and a hint of lemon juice, this salad strikes the perfect balance of rich and refreshing flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal as a satisfying main dish or a complementary side for picnics, potlucks, or meal prepping. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color, this easy-to-make pasta salad is a must-try for any pasta lover. Keywords: tuna pasta salad, cheese pasta salad, quick pasta salad, creamy pasta salad, easy tuna salad recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g pasta (elbow macaroni or bowtie)
- 200 g canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 150 g cheddar cheese (cubed)
- 100 g mayonnaise
- 50 g Greek yogurt (optional, for lighter dressing)
- 100 g frozen peas (thawed)
- 100 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 50 g red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, bring to a boil, and add a generous pinch of salt.
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta.
While the pasta cools, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, cubed cheddar cheese, thawed peas, cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion.
Add the cooled pasta to the bowl and pour the prepared dressing over the top.
Gently mix everything until the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if using, and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for a cooler salad.
Serve the tuna cheese and pasta salad as a main dish or side, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.8 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.5 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 234 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3941 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 115.9 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 1225 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1505 mg | 32% | |
*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.
