Description
A refreshing Tuna Pasta Salad that combines tender pasta with marinated tuna, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- Combine the cooled pasta, drained tuna, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.
- Toss the dressing over the pasta and vegetables, gently mixing until well coated.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time for optimal flavor. For a lighter version, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg