Tuna Pasta Salad
Tuna Pasta Salad is a creamy, delectable dish that’s perfect for any gathering or as a quick meal at home. This delightful recipe combines tender elbow noodles with nutritious peas and crisp red onion, all enveloped in a rich mayonnaise dressing. Its simplicity and flavor make it an instant favorite among family and friends. Whether you’re enjoying a sunny picnic or hosting a casual dinner, this versatile salad is sure to impress. Plus, it’s easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. Dive into a bowl of goodness with this Tuna Pasta Salad that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 16 oz elbow noodles
- 3 (4 oz) cans tuna in water (drained)
- 4 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
- 1 cup frozen peas (defrosted)
- 1/2 cup red onion (diced fine)
- 1 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tsp seasoning salt
- 3–4 tbsp sugar
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook 16 oz elbow noodles in salted water until al dente (about 15 minutes). Strain and rinse under cool water.
- In a large bowl, combine drained tuna, chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced red onion, and defrosted peas.
- Gently fold in the cooled pasta.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise, 1/4 cup milk, 2 tsp seasoning salt, and sugar.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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