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easy cold tuna pasta salad for summer lunches

Easy Cold Tuna Pasta Salad for Summer Lunches – Delicious & Quick

I’m loving this easy cold tuna pasta salad! Fresh veggies and creamy dressing make it perfect for summer lunches. Try it today!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz (225 g) rotini pasta
  • 1 can (5 oz or 140 g) tuna, drained
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup (35 g) red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cool water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the dressing to the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Stir in the fresh parsley and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can add any of your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or corn.
  • For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: cold tuna pasta salad, summer lunch, easy pasta salad