Refreshing Crisp Classic Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

A classic, creamy Classic Tuna Pasta Salad, perfect for easy meals or sides, featuring albacore tuna, crisp celery, and a hint of onion.

Classic Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

The Classic Tuna Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of elbow pasta and albacore tuna, enriched with the crunchiness of fresh celery and the subtle sharpness of diced white onion. Bound together with the perfect amount of mayonnaise for creaminess and seasoned with just the right touch of salt and pepper, this dish embodies simplicity at its culinary best.

Ingredients

• 16 oz elbow pasta
• 5 oz canned tuna in water
• 1-2 cups mayonnaise
• 1/2 medium white onion
• 1 cup chopped celery
• salt
• pepper

Instructions:

• Cook the Pasta: Start by cooking pasta according to the instructions on the package.
• Prepare the Tuna: Drain the tuna fish.
• Dice Vegetables: Dice the onion and celery.
• Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta, drained tuna, diced onion, diced celery, mayonnaise (or alternative), salt, and pepper.
• Mix Well: Mix all ingredients together until well combined.
• Refrigerate: Refrigerate the salad for about 30 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Chipotle Ribs
• Sandwiches
• Side Salad
• Fruit

Tips and Tricks

• You can use either elbow pasta or rotini pasta.
• Adjust the amount of mayonnaise based on your preference for creaminess. For a lighter version, you can use Greek yogurt, or mayonnaise with lime for added flavor.
• Instead of mayonnaise, you can use two tablespoons of olive oil and 2-3 sliced avocados for a healthier version.