Description
This vibrant Tuna Pasta Salad is a quick and easy Cold dish perfect for a light lunch or picnic. Combining al dente rotini, flavorful tuna, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing, it promises a satisfying and wholesome meal that can be prepared in just over an hour.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 16 oz Rotini pasta
- 6 ounces canned tuna drained
- 1/2 cup celery diced
- 3 green onions sliced
- 3/4 cup frozen peas defrosted and drained
- 1 cup cheddar cheese diced (optional)
Dressing
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, salt, pepper, and dried dill in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Cook the pasta: Cook the rotini pasta al dente following package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta, drained tuna, diced celery, sliced green onions, defrosted peas, and diced cheddar cheese (if using). Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine evenly.
- Chill and serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute mayonnaise and sour cream with dairy-free alternatives.
- Feel free to add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 510 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
