Description
Tuna Pasta Salad is the ultimate summer dish, perfect for picnics or quick lunches. This vibrant salad combines al dente pasta, tender tuna, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. Bursting with flavors, it’s a crowd-pleaser that transforms ordinary moments into memorable meals. Whether you serve it chilled at a barbecue or as a light lunch, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rotini pasta
- 1 can (5 oz) chunk light tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently combine the drained tuna and chopped vegetables with the cooled pasta in a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: No cooking necessary, just boil
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg