My Family's Tuna Pasta Salad
Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light family dinner, My Family's Tuna Pasta Salad is a creamy, flavor-packed dish that combines comfort and freshness in every bite. Tender rotini or elbow macaroni pairs effortlessly with flaky tuna, crisp celery, sweet pops of peas, and zippy red onion for a symphony of textures. A tangy dressing made with creamy mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and a splash of lemon juice ties it all together, delivering a vibrant flavor boost. Ready in just 25 minutes and served chilled, this tuna pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser that's easy to make ahead and bursting with wholesome ingredients. Ideal for busy weeknights or leisurely summer gatherings!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (rotini or elbow macaroni works best)
- 10 oz Canned tuna (packed in water, drained)
- 1 cup Celery (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup Frozen peas (thawed)
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely. Set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables by finely chopping the celery, dicing the red onion, and thawing the frozen peas.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, chopped celery, diced red onion, and thawed peas.
Step 4
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 5
Add the cooled pasta to the large mixing bowl with the tuna and vegetables. Pour the dressing over the top and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1357.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2858.0 |
| Total Fat 182.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 335.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4219.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 197.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.6g | |
| Protein 106.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 226.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 213.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2062.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories