Tuna Pasta Salad โ€” FamilyPlate recipe๐Ÿ

Tuna Pasta Salad

Chilled pasta salad with tuna, peas, and a creamy dressing.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italian
๐Ÿ‘ถ Kid Friendly

โœจ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
lunch
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Cooking Style
Kid-Friendly

Nutrition (per serving)

400kcal
Calories
20g
Protein
45g
Carbs
15g
Fat

Ingredients

  • โ€ข8 oz (225 g) elbow macaroni
  • โ€ข1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
  • โ€ข1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • โ€ข1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • โ€ข1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • โ€ข1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • โ€ข1 tbsp lemon juice
  • โ€ข1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • โ€ขSalt and pepper to taste
  • โ€ข2 green onions, sliced (optional)
  • โ€ข1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, thawed peas, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic powder.

  3. 3

    Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl and mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, stir in sliced green onions and chopped parsley for added freshness.

  5. 5

    Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

  6. 6

    Serve chilled, garnished with extra parsley or green onions if desired.

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