Description
Tuna Pasta Salad with Herbs is a refreshing and satisfying dish, perfect for summer picnics or quick lunches. This vibrant salad combines tender pasta, plump tuna, and fresh herbs, all coated in a creamy dressing. With its delightful mix of flavors and textures, it’s easy to whip up and can be customized to fit your taste. Enjoy this dish chilled, making it an ideal addition to any gathering or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna in olive oil or water, drained
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt-based mayo)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the drained tuna, cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and dill to the bowl. Gently fold until combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled; garnish with extra herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg