Tuna Pasta Salad

Name: Tuna Pasta Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 g dry pasta (e.g., fusilli, penne); 224 g canned tuna (drained); 150 g mayonnaise; 50 g plain yogurt or sour cream; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice; 80 g red onion, finely chopped; 150 g bell pepper (red or yellow), diced; 150 g canned sweet corn (drained); 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; null to taste salt; null to taste freshly ground black pepper

Difficulty

easy

Time

32m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

This refreshing tuna pasta salad is a perfect choice for a light lunch, dinner, or picnic. It's quick to prepare, packed with flavors and textures, and can even be made ahead, making it ideal for busy weekdays. The creamy dressing, savory tuna, and crisp vegetables create a harmonious blend that's sure to please everyone. Try this simple yet satisfying recipe and enjoy the taste of summer all year round!

Steps

Cook Pasta

Cook the pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let it cool completely. This prevents the pasta from sticking together and overcooking.

Prepare Vegetables

While the pasta cooks, prepare the vegetables: finely chop the red onion and dice the bell pepper. Drain the tuna and sweet corn. Chop the fresh parsley.

Make Dressing

In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain yogurt or sour cream, Dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Combine & Chill

Add the cooled pasta, drained tuna, chopped red onion, diced bell pepper, sweet corn, and fresh parsley to the dressing. Gently mix until all ingredients are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill. Stir again before serving.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 300 g
Calories	210 kcal	630 kcal
Protein	12 g	36 g
Fat	12 g	36 g
Carbohydrate	15 g	45 g
Fiber	1 g	3 g
Sugar	2 g	6 g

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Tuna Pasta Salad

Difficulty

Time

Price Category

Calories

ingredients

Steps

Cook Pasta

Prepare Vegetables

Make Dressing

Combine & Chill

Extra Tips

► The salad tastes best if it rests in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld.

► Vary the vegetables as you like: you can add cucumber, celery, or even hard-boiled eggs.

► If you prefer a lighter dressing, increase the proportion of yogurt to mayonnaise, or use light mayonnaise.

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