Looking for a quick and easy meal idea? Try making a delicious tuna pasta salad! This dish is perfect for anyone looking for a tasty and healthy lunch or dinner option that can be prepped ahead of time. It's filling, packed with protein, and loaded with veggies, making it a well-balanced meal that will keep you satisfied for hours.
Ingredients
- 12 oz bow-tie pasta
- 2 cans of tuna (drained)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste
Instructions
Cook the pasta in a pot of boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
While the pasta is cooking, chop and prepare all the vegetables.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tuna, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, celery, and cooled pasta.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, white wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and mix well.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve and enjoy!
Tips
- You can use any kind of short pasta, like fusilli or penne, for this recipe.
- Try adding other vegetables like cucumbers, carrots, or broccoli to the salad.
- If you prefer a lighter dressing, you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- You could also add boiled eggs, grated cheese, or olives to the salad.
There you have it, a simple yet delicious tuna pasta salad recipe that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, and is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables in your fridge. Try it out for yourself and get creative with the ingredients to make it your own!
