Ultimate Tuna Pasta Salad with Peas and Creamy Mayo Bliss

This Tuna Pasta Salad with Peas and Creamy Mayo is a quick, customizable, and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Chilling Time 15

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cups Pasta whole wheat or gluten-free options are great
1 can Canned Tuna drained
1 cup Peas fresh or frozen
1/2 cup Mayo or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Optional Add-ins

1 cup Bell Peppers any variety
1 cup Carrots shredded or diced
1/4 cup Fresh Herbs basil or parsley

Equipment

Large Pot
Colander
Mixing Bowl
Fork
plastic wrap

Method

Cooking Steps

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then set aside.
In a mixing bowl, flake the drained canned tuna into smaller pieces.
Add the cooled pasta, peas, mayo, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
Gently combine all ingredients until evenly coated.
Cover the bowl or transfer salad to an airtight container and chill for at least 15 minutes.
Stir the salad before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve in bowls or on a platter, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Pasta may absorb dressing over time.

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