Description
Tuna Pasta Salad with Herbs is the perfect dish for summer gatherings, blending al dente pasta, tender tuna, and vibrant fresh herbs in a creamy dressing. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 30 minutes, not only delights the taste buds but also brings family and friends together. With its colorful ingredients and refreshing flavor profile, this salad is destined to be a hit at any picnic or potluck.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna packed in olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, chop cherry tomatoes and bell peppers.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, drained tuna, chopped veggies, parsley, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the pasta mixture.
- Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg