Italian Tuna Pasta Salad

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Tasty Italian Tuna Pasta Salad recipe for a refreshing lunch or dinner

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

375

Sugar

Fat

20g

The Italian Tuna Pasta Salad is a simple, yet delicious classic recipe that is perfect for a light lunch, dinner or picnic. This recipe combines the heartiness of spiral-shaped pasta, the bold flavor of canned tuna, the sweetness of peas, and the tartness of Miracle Whip to create a pasta salad that is both nutritious and loaded with flavor. Perfectly satisfying, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip, Italian salad dressing mix, and enough milk to achieve desired consistency.
2.	In a large bowl combine the canned tuna, cooked spiral pasta, minced onions, and cooked peas.
3.	Toss the dressing with the pasta salad mixture until thoroughly coated.
4.	Chill for at least one hour before serving.

PROS

This tuna pasta salad is bursting with flavor and perfect for a refreshing summer lunch or dinner.

It is easy and quick to make, can be eaten on-the-go, and can easily feed a crowd.

CONS

This pasta salad is made with Miracle Whip, which is high in sugar, calories, and mayonnaise content.

It may not be the ideal choice for individuals on special diets or those counting calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tuna is a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, including Omega-3 fatty acids which may help improve heart health. The inclusion of vegetables such as peas in this recipe also adds to its nutritional value.

	1 can tuna , drained
	1 lb cooked spiral shaped pasta
	1/2 medium onion , minced
	1 cup frozen peas , cooked
	1 cup Miracle Whip
	1 packet Italian salad dressing mix
	milk