Tuna Cucumber Pasta Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Tuna Cucumber Pasta Salad is the ultimate quick and easy dish for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Bursting with tender fusilli pasta, flaky tuna, crisp cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes, it’s a wholesome medley of textures complemented by a creamy, zesty dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this high-protein, veggie-filled salad strikes the perfect balance between light and satisfying, making it a go-to option for picnics, potlucks, or busy weeknights. Serve it chilled to let the vibrant flavors meld beautifully—your new favorite pasta salad is just a bowl away!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 8 ounces pasta (fusilli or rotini)
• 10 ounces canned tuna in water, drained
• 1 large cucumber, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons dill, fresh and chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.

2. In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes.

3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

4. Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the tuna and vegetables, then pour the dressing over the top.

5. Gently toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

6. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled for the best experience.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (307.2g)

Calories		396
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		24.0 g	31%
	Saturated Fat	4.0 g	20%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		37 mg	12%
Sodium		660 mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate		25.8 g	9%
	Dietary Fiber	2.8 g	10%
	Total Sugars	5.2 g
Protein		20.0 g	40%
Vitamin D		1.4 mcg	7%
Calcium		58 mg	4%
Iron		1.5 mg	9%
Potassium		525 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 859 cal (54.1%%)

Protein: 317 cal (20.0%%)

Carbs: 412 cal (25.9%%)