Pasta tuna salad are a real crowd pleaser, mixing soft pasta with tuna and a bunch of fresh veggies. It’s easy to whip up when you’re in a hurry and only need a few minutes to get it ready. This recipe has become pretty populair with busy families and people who dont wanna spend too much time cookin’. You can eat it for lunch, as a side at a backyard cookout, or bring it to potlucks, and it still tastes great.
One cool thing about pasta tuna salad is how you can change it to fit your taste and what’s in season. You can use mayo and celery for a classic style, or try olives and feta for a Mediterranean twist. There’s like a million ways to make it your own. It’s quick, filling, and even if you’re not a pro in the kitchen, you can still make something deliscious. And once you mix stuff up and find your favorite combo, it’s hard to stop at just one version.
What is Pasta Tuna Salad?
pasta tuna salad
Equipment
- 1 large pot for boiling pasta
- 1 colander
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 can opener
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup sweet corn, drained
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically around 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare the other ingredients. Drain the tuna and set aside. Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain it in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it cool for a few minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and sweet corn.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for a colder salad.
