Tuna Pasta Salad

Budget-friendly pasta salad with tuna, vegetables, and a simple dressing

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8
Difficulty
easy
Cuisine
American
  • budget
  • meal-prep
  • no-cook
  • protein-rich
  • lunch
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Ingredients

Servings:
8
  • 12 oz pasta shells or rotini
  • 2 cans tuna in water, drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs

Nutrition

Calories

320

40 per serving

Protein

18g

36% DV

Fat

8g

11% DV

Carbs

42g

14% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein23%
Fat23%
Carbs53%
Fiber
3g
0

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and rinse with cold water.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, and lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Add cooled pasta to the dressing.

  4. 4

    Flake tuna and add to pasta along with all vegetables.

  5. 5

    Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.

  6. 6

    Toss everything together until well combined.

  7. 7

    Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

  8. 8

    Adjust seasoning before serving if needed.