Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad {with Vegetables}

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Creamy, flavorful and perfect for summer, this Tuna Pasta Salad can be eaten as a side or as a main dish. It’s packed with fresh veggies and herbs, making it a healthy and filling dish. Tuna pasta salad is one of my favorite summer dishes. It’s light, flavorful and can be made ahead of time. I like to bring it to potlucks and picnics, or enjoy it as a light lunch or dinner.

Did I mention this Tuna Pasta Salad is the perfect meal for a hot summer day? It’s chilled and oh so refreshing. The creamy dressing is made with Greek yogurt and mayonnaise and is loaded with fresh veggies and dill. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and can be served cold or at room temperature.

why you’ll love this Tuna and Pea Pasta Salad

• Creamy and delicious. This Tuna Pasta Salad is the perfect side to any summer meal. Greek Yogurt Mayo Dressing is both flavorful and light, making it a great option for those hot summer days.
• Bright and fresh. The fresh veggies and dill add a nice crunch and flavor to the salad.
• Fast and easy. This salad can be prepared in under 20 minutes, making it a great option for last-minute get-togethers.
• Forward-looking friendly. This salad can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator. It’s also great for meal prep! Just make a double batch and enjoy all week long.

Ingredients for tuna pasta salad with vegetables

• Pasta: My favorite pasta for this pasta salad recipe is fusilli. The spiral shape sticks well to the dressing and is the perfect size to pick up with a fork.
• Tuna: I like to use canned tuna in olive oil for this recipe. It tastes better than water-packed tuna and doesn’t dry out as easily.
• Greek yogurt: This healthy ingredient adds creaminess and tang to the dressing.
• Mayo: A little mayonnaise goes a long way in this recipe. It gives creaminess and body to the dressing.
• Dill: I love the taste of fresh dill in this salad, but you could also use dried dill or chopped parsley.
• lemon juice: This ingredient brightens the dressing and ties all the flavors together.
• Dijon mustard: This gives the dressing a certain spiciness and depth of flavor.
• Vegetables: I like to use chopped celery, carrots, red onions, and frozen peas. They add a nice crunch while enhancing the flavor of the salad.
• Spice: The dressing has so many amazing flavors that simply adding salt and pepper is all you need.

How to make Tuna Pasta Salad

1. In a large bowl, add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
2. Whisk together until completely combined.
3. Add the tuna to the dressing and shred the tuna with a fork and mix with the dressing.
4. Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the dressing and tuna and flip to coat.
5. Add peas, celery, carrots, red onion and dill.
6. Gently fold in the vegetables until incorporated.

Tips for making tuna pasta salad with mayo

1. First mix the tuna with the dressing. To prepare the pasta salad quickly, you can mix everything at once. But I’ve found that using a fork to break up the tuna into the dressing makes it tastier and easier to break up.
2. Rinse pasta with cold water after cooking. You need to cook the pasta al dente, but also make sure you immediately prevent the pasta from getting extra heat by rinsing it. This will also help keep the rest of the salad from getting hot.
3. Cut the vegetables into even pieces. If you have a vegetable cutter, this is a great time to use it. Otherwise, make sure all the veggies are about the same size so they’re evenly distributed throughout the pasta salad.
4. Let the tuna pasta salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to blend together and makes the pasta salad even tastier.

popular substitutions and additions

• Use whatever small pasta you have on hand. You can make this tuna pasta salad with elbow pasta, clams, or even penne.
• Mix up the vegetables. Fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers and spring onions go great with this salad.
• Make it gluten free. To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
• Try a different protein. If you’re not a fan of tuna, you can use boiled chicken or shrimp instead.
• Add some crunch. Garnish the salad with chopped nuts or seeds for added texture.
• Make it dairy free. Instead of the Greek yogurt, use a non-dairy yogurt, such as B. Soy yoghurt. You can also omit the yogurt altogether

how to store tuna pasta

I prefer a glass storage jar for this pasta salad. This keeps the tuna flavor where you want it…in your pasta salad and not in your plastic container. You’ll want to store any leftovers in the fridge.

How long does tuna last in the fridge?

When stored properly, tuna pasta salad will last up to four days in the refrigerator.

frequently asked Questions

If you’re looking for a new summer dish to try, I recommend this Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad. Trust me. It’s sure to be a hit! And if you’re not a fan of tuna, feel free to substitute chicken or any other protein of your choice. Enjoy!

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