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Easy Tuna Pasta Salad

A quick and delicious tuna pasta salad featuring crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mayonnaise, perfect for family gatherings or a simple meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Tuna Ingredients
  • 8 ounces pasta (such as rotini or penne)
  • 1 can (5 ounces) tuna, drained
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool under running water to stop cooking.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Set these aside in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Once the pasta has cooled, add it to the bowl with the other chopped ingredients.
  4. Gently fold in the drained tuna. This adds that delicious protein kick!
  5. In a separate small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well, then pour this dressing over the pasta mixture, folding everything together until well coated.
  6. Finish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley for color and flavor.
  7. Enjoy immediately, or let it chill in the fridge for an hour for the flavors to meld even more!

Notes

Consider substituting Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter version or adding sweet corn for extra sweetness. Be careful not to overcook the pasta! This salad can be kept in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. You can freeze it for up to a month, but the texture may change.