Tuna Pasta Salad

Servings: 2 Total Time: 20 mins Difficulty: Beginner
The pasta provides a soft, chewy foundation that absorbs the dressing and flavors. Flaky canned tuna, either in water, is the star ingredient. A mix of fresh, colorful veggies adds crunch, sweetness, and vibrancy to balance the soft pasta and tuna. The dressing ties everything together, coating the pasta and tuna with rich, zesty goodness.
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Tuna pasta salad is a cool, creamy, and flavorful dish that combines tender pasta, protein-packed tuna, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing. It’s a perfect balance of textures and tastes, making it an ideal meal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. This dish is light yet filling, refreshing yet hearty, and can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature.

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 20 mins
Servings: 2 Calories: 316.87
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Each bite of tuna pasta salad is a perfect mix of creamy, tangy, and crunchy goodness. The soft pasta, flaky tuna, crisp veggies, and flavorful dressing create a meal that is both comforting and refreshing. It’s a dish that can be made ahead of time, making it ideal for meal prep, picnics, potlucks, or a quick, no-fuss meal.

Ingredients

For the dressing:

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to the instructions on packaging.

  1. Mix all the ingredients for the dressing in a small bowl, util well combined.

  1. In a bowl add all the ingredients, top with the dressing, gently mix it. Divide between two plates and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2


Amount Per Serving
Calories 316.87kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.15g10%
Total Carbohydrate 41.61g14%
Protein 21.96g44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: salad, tuna salad, tuna pasta salad, healthy dinner, healthy lunch,

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