Description
Let’s dive into a dish that embodies comfort and convenience in every bite. Picture this: perfectly cooked pasta coated in a creamy, tangy dressing, tossed with tender chunks of tuna, vibrant vegetables, and just the right amount of crunch.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (12 oz./340g) uncooked pasta any small shape
- 10 ounces (280g, 2 cans) canned tuna in water, drained
- ½ cup (2 stalks) diced celery
- ¼ cup diced red onion see note 1
- 1 cup frozen peas thawed and drained
For The Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise full-fat
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water according to the package instructions. Most small pastas will be ready in 10-12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
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As the pasta is being cooked, make the dressing: In a bowl, combine mayo with yogurt, dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with tuna chunks, celery, red onion and peas. Dress the salad and give everything a stir until well combined. Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
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Cover and chill until you’re ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 647
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 94g
- Protein: 28g