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Easy Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Arif
This simple tuna pasta salad is creamy, quick, and perfect for easy lunches, meal prep, or potlucks. It uses basic ingredients and comes together fast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Mixing
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Strainer
  • mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Small bowl for dressing

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups pasta elbow or rotini
  • 2 cans tuna drained
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta until tender. Rinse under cold water.
  • Add celery, onion, peas, and tuna to a large bowl.
  • Mix mayo, mustard, lemon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Add pasta to the bowl and pour dressing over top.
  • Mix well until creamy and coated.
  • Chill for 20 minutes, then serve.

Notes

Add more mayo before serving if needed.
Try adding pickles or cheddar for extra flavor.
Perfect for meal prep.

Nutritional Facts (Approx. per serving)

Calories: 320
Fat: 18g
Carbs: 26g
Protein: 16g
Keyword Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad, Easy Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe, Simple Pasta Salad with Tuna