Easy Tuna Pasta Salad

Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or summer picnics, this Easy Tuna Pasta Salad is a quick, hearty, and refreshing dish that’s sure to please. Featuring tender rotini pasta, protein-packed tuna, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like crisp celery, sweet red bell pepper, and thawed green peas, this recipe is beautifully tied together with a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome salad is a delightful balance of flavors and textures, perfect for feeding a crowd. Serve it chilled, and don’t forget the optional sprinkle of fresh parsley to elevate its presentation. Try this family-friendly pasta salad for a simple yet satisfying meal loaded with nutrients and unmistakable flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams rotini pasta
• 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in water
• 120 grams mayonnaise
• 60 grams Greek yogurt
• 15 ml lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 100 grams frozen green peas, thawed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, drain the canned tuna and flake it into small pieces using a fork. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and dijon mustard until smooth. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Add the cooked pasta, flaked tuna, diced celery, red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and thawed green peas into the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle the salad with fresh parsley for added flavor and a pop of color.

Step 7

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1108.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2376.0

Total Fat 97.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 209.2mg	0%
Sodium 3723.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 116.2g	0%

Vitamin D 117.0IU	0%
Calcium 263.6mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 2161.8mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 42.5%