Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Large white mixing bowl filled with prepared tuna pasta salad made with cooked shells, peas, diced celery and onion, in a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing.

5 from 2 votes

This creamy, classic Tuna Pasta Salad is made with shell noodles, peas, tuna, celery, and mayonnaise. It’s quick and easy to make, flavorful, filling, and perfect for summer BBQs, potlucks, and simple dinners.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Fish, Lunch, Pasta, Salad, Seafood, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Classic Tuna Pasta Salad, Tuna Pasta Salad, Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Servings: servings

Author: Jessica Randhawa

Ingredients

8 ounces pasta shells
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
2 (5-ounce) cans tuna packed in water, drained
1 rib celery diced
1 cup frozen peas thawed
½ small red onion minced

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Instructions

Boil the pasta according to package instructions then drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
Add the drained tuna, diced celery, peas, and red onion to the bowl with the dressing and mix well to combine. For best results, wair to toss the cooked pasta in with the dressing until just before serving. Season with black pepper and additional salt to taste.

Notes

Keep leftovers stored in an airtight container. For best results, enjoy within 3 days.

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