Description
This Tuna Pasta Salad is a creamy, refreshing, and protein-packed dish that’s perfect for make-ahead meals, potlucks, or light dinners. Flaky tuna, al dente pasta, and crisp veggies are tossed in a zesty herb dressing for a satisfying, chilled salad that never fails to impress.
Ingredients
2 cups dry pasta
2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
1 cup cucumber, sliced and halved
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
2. Dice the red onion, slice cucumbers, and chop fresh dill. Drain and flake tuna with a fork.
3. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, tuna, cucumber, onion, and dill. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pasta should be cooked al dente and rinsed to prevent clumping. Use high-quality tuna for best flavor. Make ahead to allow flavors to meld. Great for meal prep and versatile with add-ins like olives or boiled eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: tuna, pasta, cold salad, summer recipe