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creamy tuna pasta salad

Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad: A 30-Minute Meal That Never Fails

  • Author: Judy Wilson
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A quick and easy creamy tuna pasta salad perfect for lunches or light dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta (rotini or penne)
  • 2 cans tuna, drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add tuna, celery, red onion, and parsley to the bowl. Stir to combine.
  4. Fold in cooled pasta until evenly coated.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
  • Add diced pickles or capers for extra tang.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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