Tuna Pasta Salad
A refreshing and protein-packed tuna pasta salad with a tangy dressing, perfect for picnics or quick lunches.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 5 oz tuna in water, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.33 cup black olives, sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- teaspoon salt to taste
- teaspoon pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, tuna, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Best served chilled. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.