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A close-up of a bowl filled with creamy tuna pasta salad, featuring rotini pasta, tuna chunks, carrots, and celery.

Classic Tuna Pasta Salad


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  • Author: recipesguides.net
  • Total Time: 25 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and satisfying tuna pasta salad recipe, perfect for lunches or picnics.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta, cooked and drained
  • 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna, drained
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, chopped celery, and chopped red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
  3. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
  • Add peas or corn for extra vegetables.
  • Serve cold.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg