Albacore Tuna and Bow Tie Pasta Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this refreshing Albacore Tuna and Bow Tie Pasta Salad, a delightful blend of tender farfalle pasta, protein-packed albacore tuna, and crisp, colorful veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, celery, and red onion. Tossed in a creamy yet light dressing made from a tangy combination of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and fresh dill, this salad strikes the perfect balance of zesty and savory flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes and ideal for make-ahead lunches, picnics, or light dinners, this chilled pasta salad is a versatile crowd-pleaser that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve as a satisfying main or a vibrant side dish—each bite is a celebration of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a quick, wholesome meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz Bow tie pasta (farfalle)
• 10 oz Albacore tuna (canned, packed in water)
• 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp Fresh dill (chopped)
• 1 small Red onion (finely diced)
• 2 stalks Celery (diced)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 small Cucumber (diced)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, rinse with cold water to cool, and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy. Set the dressing aside.

Step 3

Open the can of albacore tuna and drain the liquid. Flake the tuna with a fork into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, flaked albacore tuna, diced red onion, celery, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.

Step 5

Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta salad. Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a main dish or side. Garnish with additional dill if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(863.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	731.0

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 148.2mg	0%
Sodium 2460.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 73.9g	0%

Vitamin D 166.8IU	0%
Calcium 166.2mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1838.6mg	0%

*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: 40.7%

Protein: 41.3%

Carbs: 18.0%