How to Make Tuna Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tuna pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light summer meal or as a refreshing side dish. This recipe is a classic favorite that combines the flavors of tuna, pasta, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all brought together with a zesty dressing.

This dish is not only tasty, but it is also packed with nutrients and protein, making it a healthy and satisfying option for lunch or dinner. With the right balance of flavors and textures, this tuna pasta sal...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup seashell pasta
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup iceberg lettuce, rinsed and chopped
  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup creamy Italian salad dressing, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in seashell pasta, and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • Place green onions and lettuce in a large bowl. Add pasta, tuna, peas, and grated Cheddar cheese; mix well. Stir in dressing; toss to coat.
  • Nutrition

    260 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 379mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 112mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 280mg