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Easy Tuna Pasta Salad

A quick and tasty tuna pasta salad perfect for lunch or a light dinner, combining creamy dressing with fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound rotini pasta
  • 5 ounces water-packed tuna
  • 0.5 cups peas (thawed if frozen)
  • 0.25 cups sweet pickle relish
  • 1.25 cups mayonnaise
  • 0.75 cups sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons seasoning salt
  • 0.5 teaspoons dried dill or 1 teaspoon fresh dill, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or green onions for garnishing, optional

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the pasta to al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Transfer to a large bowl.
  2. Add the drained tuna, peas, and relish to the pasta. Mix gently to combine.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, seasoning salt, and dill until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before serving.
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