Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad
Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad is a quick and easy dish made with pasta, canned tuna, fresh veggies, and a creamy dressing. It’s perfect for lunch, meal prep, or summer gatherings. Ready in 30 minutes, this high-protein salad is both satisfying and refreshing when served cold.
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked pasta elbow or rotini
- 1 can 5–6 oz tuna in water or oil, drained
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup peas frozen or fresh
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a bowl, mix the mayo, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add tuna, chopped veggies, and peas to the bowl.
- Toss in the pasta and stir everything until well combined and creamy.
- Chill for 20–30 minutes, then garnish with herbs and serve.