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Tuna Pasta Salad with Peas

A delightful blend of creamy and crunchy textures, this Tuna Pasta Salad with Peas is an easy-to-make comfort food perfect for family gatherings or potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta (your choice) Choose your favorite type of pasta.
  • 1 can tuna (drained) Any variety of tuna works well.
  • 1 cup peas (frozen or fresh) Use fresh peas for a seasonal twist.
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise For a lighter option, substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Add zest with freshly squeezed lemon if desired.
  • 1/4 cup celery (diced) Adds crunch to the salad.
  • 1/4 cup red onion (diced) Gives a mild onion flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning to personal preference.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Begin by boiling a pot of salted water. Once it’s at a rolling boil, add your pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Preparing the Vegetables
  1. While your pasta is cooking, prepare the celery and red onion. Dice them into bite-sized pieces.
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cooked pasta, peas, diced celery, and red onion.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to your taste.
Mixing and Chilling
  1. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss to combine. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

For alternatives, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter dressing and consider whole grain or gluten-free pasta. Enhance flavors by preparing the salad a day in advance. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Revive leftovers with a splash of mayonnaise or olive oil.